Everyone recognizes me as a passionate advocate for spiritual growth, often linking me with the concept of lust.

While this might seem contradictory, I've come to embrace it. My journey has taught me that acknowledging and overcoming l*st is crucial to climbing higher spiritually.

Growing up in a Christian environment, I was taught the importance of spiritual discipline and purity.

However, my experiences would later serve as a stark reminder of the dangers of assuming control.

As someone who has experienced the devastating consequences of costly assumptions, I feel compelled to share my story.

During my secondary school days, I was known for my intelligence and good looks, which earned me admiration and favor from my peers and teachers. But beneath the surface, I struggled with my own desires.

I had developed feelings for an aunty, Jane, who was 13 years my senior. Despite our age difference and her Christian faith, I rationalized that our love was justified.

As I spent more time with aunty Jane, our relationship evolved from familial affection to romantic attachment. She too wasn't disturbed neither.

I ignored the Holy Spirit's warnings, and my love gradually turned into lust. Aunty Jane's behavior towards me became increasingly intimate, and I failed to recognize the red flags.

One fateful day, Aunty Jane's intentions became explicit. Alone and vulnerable, I succumbed to her advances, and we engaged in a sinful act. The aftermath was crippling – shame, guilt, and hatred consumed me.

I realized too late that aunty Jane was not who I thought she was; she was possessed by dark forces, determined to destroy men's destinies.

The experience left me shattered, but it also taught me a valuable lesson: the importance of discernment and obedience to the Holy Spirit. I had assumed control, ignoring God's warnings, and paid the price.

To young people, I urge you: be cautious! Don't assume you're in control or that your desires are justified. Listen to the Holy Spirit's guidance, and prioritize purity. Costly assumptions can have devastating consequences, but God's grace and redemption are available to those who seek it.

Recently, I stumbled upon a Scripture Union devotional topic – Costly Assumptions – which resonated deeply with my experience. It reminded me of the dangers of assuming control and the importance of spiritual vigilance.

I shared my story to caution others and to testify to God's transformative power in my life.