I'm trying to quit porn because its morally wrong. Should I also quit masturbation?

Question

Well? I'm trying to stop myself from sinning, but its difficult.

Answer 1

I am SO glad I'm not part of some oppressive religion now. I think I'll go watch porn and masturbate. Have fun with whatever you're doing.

Answer 2

If you don't stop masturbating you will never be able to leave pornography alone! If you sincerely wish to change you will have to not only leave the pornography but change your life completly. You will have to become an entirely different person. Some people call this having a change of heart. You don't have to do this alone. Seek the help of a close friend or pastor, someone in whom you can confide.
Make no mistake masturbation is an immoral practice. Can you imagine Jesus or one of his apotles engaging in such a practice or thinking the thoughts that lead to such things? Christ has commanded us to be perfect even as God our father is perfect. I know that God will not give us a commandment without preparing us a way to follow it.
God knows you personally, and will do all he can to help you overcome this small problem. He loves you and does not think you are a horrible person for the things which you have done. The worth of souls is great in the sight of god and his joy is great for soul of him who repenteth.
Finally, God has called inspired men, apostles and prophets who teach us how to avoid sin and how to return to the fold once we have sinned. If you wish to know what modern apostles and prophets have to say about pornography and masturbation feel free to visit lds.org and search for either of those topics. Hope this has been helpful. Always remember that it is possible to change, When you fail lift yourself up again and above all never lose hope.

Answer 3

I don't understand why you want to quit. It's fun and it feels good. How can that be a sin?

Answer 4

First of all, I want to congratulate you on your excellent goal. Others may ridicule you for taking such a stand, but it takes a real man to resist this hateful plague.
Only in a misogynistic society, is it considered "normal" to watch pornography. It teaches boys to view the female sex as toys that only exist for their prurient interest, essentially training them to be future misogynes. It also exploits the poor women in the movies, who often have already been sexually abused as children (how much of a choice does a psychologically confused person have, really?).

To answer you question, yes, you need to quit masturbating, aslo (they go hand-in-hand). So, take the offensive!
a) Force your mind onto other matters.—Philippians 4:8.
b) Avoid looking at things that will stimulate improper desires.—Psalm 119:37.
c) Pray for “power beyond what is normal.”—2 Corinthians 4:7.
d) Keep busy in Christian activities.—1 Corinthians 15:58.

The first step is to stop looking at pornography—immediately! The longer you wait, the harder it will be to stop. Quitting may be easier said than done, however. At first, you might find yourself making all kinds of excuses to look at pornography one more time. Don't listen to yourself! And don't give in to the temptation to keep looking!

Take an honest look at the way the habit is affecting your relationship with your family and friends. Are you a husband and father? Chances are that your wife or children have noticed certain changes in your behavior. Since you have begun viewing pornography, you may have become more moody, sullen, secretive, or withdrawn—perhaps without even knowing it. You may sometimes lash out at family members for no reason. If you are looking at pornographic material, your behavior is probably telling on you. Friends and family members have noticed that something is wrong. They just don't know what it is—yet!

If you find yourself repeatedly drawn to pornography, don't try to fight it on your own. Get help. Take an experienced friend into your confidence or see a therapist. True, it will take courage for you to admit that you have a problem with pornography, but a mature friend will probably admire you for taking the initiative to put a stop to it.
Despite the publicity given to sex in this country, many people still find it difficult to talk about sex in a serious, dignified way. So, shame might make it difficult for you to bring up the subject, even to a confidant.
Whom should you talk to? The best person would be someone who is spiritually mature (possibly an older parent). You could start by saying: “May I talk to you about a problem that is bothering me a lot?”

Suppose, though, that while struggling to break free, you accidentally open a Web site that features pornography. Leave the site immediately! If necessary, shut down the Internet browser! If you find yourself tempted to return, turn to God in earnest prayer, begging him for help to resist temptation. "In everything," the Bible says, "let your petitions be made known to God." If you find yourself tormented by improper thoughts, pray until you get relief. Then 'the peace of God that excels all thought will guard your heart and your mental powers.' (Philippians 4:6, 7) Of course, you will need to replace unwholesome thoughts with those that are 'true, of serious concern, righteous, chaste, lovable, and well spoken of.'—Philippians 4:8.

There are many reasons for avoiding pornography. It negatively affects your quality of life, warps your judgment, damages your relationships with others and, most important, ruin your relationship with God. If you haven't got into the habit of viewing pornography, don't start. If you have, stop immediately!

Sometimes it is easy to become downhearted after a relapse. When that occurs, take to heart the words of Proverbs 24:16: “The righteous one may fall even 7 times, and he will certainly get up.” A temporary setback does not mean you should give up. Instead, analyze what led to the relapse, and try to avoid repeating the same pattern.

The key is to resist the urge and never to give up your fight.
You’re not alone, and your case is not hopeless! Many young people—and older ones—have struggled with masturbation and have been able to overcome it. You can too.
I know you can do it!

Answer 5

Yes, you will feel better when you quit. Is difficult but not impossible." Käma means to enjoy, specially sex life. That is our formidable enemy, that formidable enemy is sitting in three places: in your mind, in your intelligence, in your senses." Now, you have to deal with them very tactfully. How? That you have to replace the enemy with Krishna consciousness. You have to replace for a superior taste. Just like if you have got a glass of water, if you want to fill it up with milk, then you have to throw the water and take milk. Similarly, if your mind is occupied by the lust of enjoying the material world, if you replace Krishna in your mind, then you'll find that the enemy which is occupying your mind, it will be defeated.
Please read chapter 3 karma yoga verse 36 till 43
http://vedabase.net/bg/

Answer 6

Masturbation is a natural and healthy part of life. You shouldn't have to quit masturbation, but to ease your mind maybe you should cut back on how much you do masturbate. Porn can be cut out, just find other ways to "get off". You are NOT a sinner, your HUMAN! just stay strong and strengthen your will power and you'll do fine.

Answer 7

Do you mean it's religiously morally wrong, or personally morally wrong? You need to decide if you think you should quit, or you think you should because other people have told you to.

Answer 8

Sinning? it's natural to be sexual it's in our nature

Answer 9

Porn and masturbation isn't just a sin it's a spiritual addiction.You need to go to church repent and ask a pastor or a preist to pray for you so God can free you.

Answer 10

Porn is morally wrong? How?

You can go ahead living a miserable life of self-deceit. Carnal impulses will always win in the end.