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    Christian Living

    How to Deal with Impure Thoughts During Prayer

    Have you ever found yourself in the middle of prayer, only to be interrupted by thoughts that seem completely out of place? You may be focusing on God one moment and suddenly, a distracting or even impure thought barges into your mind. This can be deeply frustrating and unsettling, especially when you’re seeking closeness to God. But does this mean you’re failing as a Christian? What do you do when your mind wanders to impure or inappropriate things, especially during a time as sacred as prayer? Most Christians approach this with a sense of shame, believing they must be evil or immoral for having such thoughts. This makes them hesitant…