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🔵 The Chains of Addiction: Breaking the Hidden Sins
✦ The Story of Lucian
Michael Chikamso
5/29/20259 min read
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Greetings to the People of the God of Armies Prayer Community.
Peace to every soul reading this.
Some chains are not worn on wrists but buried deep within the soul. Hidden sins—those we refuse to confess, those we carry into the night—can become the very prisons we kneel in. Today, I write for those who have smiled publicly but wept in silence. To the man or woman fighting private battles, know this: there is no darkness too deep that God's light cannot reach.
Let’s walk through this story together.
✦ The Story of Lucian
Lucian was raised in a household where prayer was mandatory, the rosary echoed in the evening, and his father’s Bible had pages that smelled of old oil and incense.
But no one taught him how to fight what could not be seen.
He first encountered pornography at the age of 13. It was accidental—an image left open on a cousin’s phone. But that moment was like a serpent’s bite—silent, poisonous, unnoticed at first. Over the years, the sin deepened, cloaked under charm and success. He could lead prayer meetings, serve in the church choir, even give wise counsel. Yet every night, he bowed before an invisible idol—his addiction.


He tried to stop.
He deleted apps, fasted, cried, and made promises to God. But his body had become trained in rebellion. And when shame took over, he’d spiral again.
His turning point came not in a church, but on a broken night in his apartment. He had just finished watching something he promised never to return to. His heart beat heavily with guilt. He knelt down, not to pray, but to weep.
That night, he screamed at heaven, "If you're real, why won’t You help me?! I’m dying in this!"
And a strange quiet came. A deep stillness—like something holy entered the room.




✦ The Reflection
Addiction to pornography and masturbation is one of the most hidden spiritual plagues of our time. Behind the robes, the prayers, the smiles—many are bleeding. But you can’t fight what you hide.
Saint Augustine, who also struggled with sexual sin in his youth, once prayed:
“Give me chastity and continence, but not yet.”
He understood the war within. But when grace finally found him, he said:
“You have made us for Yourself, O Lord, and our hearts are restless until they rest in You.”
Addiction numbs the soul. It rewires the brain, distorts love, and mocks the sacred. But there is freedom.
— In confession (James 5:16).
— In renewing your mind (Romans 12:2).
— In self-discipline (1 Corinthians 9:27).
— In Holy Communion.
— And in community—finding at least one person you can talk to and walk with.
Saint Paul said in 1 Corinthians 10:13:
“No temptation has overtaken you except what is common to mankind. And God is faithful. He will not let you be tempted beyond what you can bear...”
You are not beyond help.
You are not alone.
And you are not what you struggle with.
He did not hear words. But he felt a presence. A weight on his shoulders. He fell flat on the ground and began to call out the name Jesus—over and over.
Three days later, an old friend from his secondary school called him unexpectedly. The friend was part of a healing prayer ministry and said: “Lucian, I’ve been praying and your name came to me. I don't know why, but I feel you're battling something alone.”
That was the start of his deliverance.
Confession. Prayer. Fasting. Therapy. Accountability. Light began to return. Slowly, the chain cracked. It didn’t fall off all at once—but it cracked. And that crack let the light in.




Closing Prayer — with Michael Chikamso
In the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit. Amen.
O Lord God of Armies,
You who see the secret places of the heart,
You who delivered Saint Mary of Egypt from a life of impurity,
Arise now with Your holy fire and deliver every soul chained in secret addiction.
I call upon the blood of Jesus.
I call upon the power of the cross.
Let every demonic stronghold in the mind be shattered.
I declare over every reader:
— The spirit of shame is broken.
— The curse of hidden lust is uprooted.
— The grip of addiction is severed.
— You are not your sin.
You are a child of the Most High.
Be washed, be restored, be renewed.
Sacred Heart of Jesus, I Trust in You.
Hail Mary, full of grace, the Lord is with thee; Blessed art thou among women, and blessed is the fruit of thy womb, Jesus. Holy Mary, Mother of God, pray for us sinners, now and at the hour of our death. Amen.
God of Armies, God of gods, Christ Jesus, be praised forever, you are the greatest spiritual being of all time. Amen.
Holy, holy, holy is the Lord God Almighty, who was, who is, and who is to come, our Lord and God. You are worthy to receive glory, honor, and power. For you created all things, and by your will, they were given existence and life. Holy, holy, holy is the Lord, our Lord Jesus Christ, the God of armies. You are worthy to take the scroll and to break open its seals. For you were killed, and by your sacrificial death, you purchased people for God from every tribe, language, nation, and race. You made them a kingdom of priests to serve our God, and they shall reign on earth. The Divine Lamb that was slain is worthy to receive power, wealth, wisdom, and strength, honor, glory, and praise to him who sits on the throne, and to the Divine Lamb. Be praise and honor, glory and might, forever and ever. Amen. We honor you, O God. Your power is so great.
✦ Final Words from Michael Chikamso — A Call to Purity
A call for the broken and ashamed. Rise again. Don’t wait until you are clean to seek help. Seek help so you can be clean. There is no shame in struggling, but there is power in seeking light. Purity is possible. Restoration is real. Let the chain break.
Modern neuroscience confirms that sexual addiction damages the brain’s reward circuit, distorting dopamine levels. It leads to reduced motivation, poor memory, low emotional stability, and even erectile dysfunction in men. Women, too, experience emotional detachment and relationship breakdowns.
But recovery is possible. Here’s how:
Avoid triggers: Stay off suggestive content and protect your eyes.
Exercise: It resets your brain’s chemistry.
Fasting: Boosts discipline and detachment.
Vitamin D and Omega-3: Help stabilize mental health.
Accountability partner: Someone you trust spiritually and emotionally.
Prayer, journaling, and confession: Keep the soul and brain aligned.
Your body is a temple. Your mind is sacred. Healing is possible—through both faith and discipline.


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This Health Program is Sponsored by the God of Armies Prayer Community Medical Association.

When Skin Speaks, Listen
Every day we touch surfaces, shake hands, scratch an itch — and unknowingly carry with us a colony of invisible organisms. Some are harmless. Others wait for a single break in the skin to start a war inside our body. One of the most common enemies in this silent battlefield is a group of bacteria called Staphylococci.
But this is not just a medical lesson. It’s a call for awareness, cleanliness, and faith. As we understand these bacteria, let us also reflect on the deeper infections — both physical and spiritual — that we often overlook.
What Are Staphylococci?
Staphylococci are spherical bacteria that often appear in clusters under a microscope — like a bunch of grapes. They live harmlessly on the skin and in the nose of many people. But when given the chance — through a wound, a surgical incision, or a weakened immune system — they can cause serious infections.
Some staphylococci are harmless; others are aggressive. The most dangerous and well-known is Staphylococcus aureus, which can cause:
Skin infections (boils, pimples, abscesses)
Food poisoning
Pneumonia
Bloodstream infections (sepsis)
Bone and joint infections
Other types like S. epidermidis or S. saprophyticus can also cause infections, especially in people with weakened immune systems or those using catheters or medical implants.
Where Do They Come From?
Many of us carry staphylococci on our skin, clothes, and noses without knowing it. They are passed by:
Touching contaminated surfaces
Sharing towels or razors
Poor hygiene in hospitals or public places
Contact with infected wounds or secretions
In truth, it’s not the presence of bacteria that always causes disease — it’s the opportunity they get.
Symptoms to Watch For
Staph infections may appear as:
Red, swollen, painful lumps on the skin
Pus-filled wounds
High fever
Fatigue
Pain in joints or bones
In serious cases, the bacteria can enter the bloodstream and spread to internal organs.
TREATMENT
Early detection saves lives. Mild infections may only need topical treatments and hygiene. But serious cases require:
Drainage of abscesses


Antibiotics, often based on lab tests to determine resistance
Careful hygiene and isolation in hospital settings
Some strains like MRSA (Methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus) are harder to treat due to antibiotic resistance. That’s why medical guidance is essential.
Because pathogenic organisms are commonly spread from one lesion (eg, a furuncle) to other areas of the skin by fingers and clothing, scrupulous local antisepsis is important to control recurrent furunculosis.




A Reflection from GOA Community — The Hidden Infection
Some bacteria live quietly until they find an opening. So do spiritual weaknesses.
A single wound — bitterness, disobedience, unchecked sin — can allow the enemy to infect our peace.
Staphylococcus teaches us a lesson: not every enemy attacks loudly. Some wait. Some live with us, on us, and among us. And only a holy, watchful life can keep the hidden dangers from turning deadly.
Let us be vigilant in body and in spirit.
CONTROL
To prevent staph infections:
Wash hands regularly with soap
Avoid sharing personal items (towels, razors)
Clean wounds properly and cover them
Follow hospital infection control guidelines
In hospitals, patients are often tested for nasal carriage of S. aureus, and special precautions are taken for those who test positive.




Closing Prayer — with Michael Chikamso
In the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit. Amen.
O God of Armies, Defender of the weak, We pray today for all those infected by staphylococci or other silent diseases of the body.
Stretch forth Your healing hand over:
The skin that is broken
The blood that is infected
The body that is weary
You healed the leper with one word. You cleansed the wounds of the forgotten. You touched what others were afraid to touch.
So Lord, touch Your people again. Heal those with chronic skin conditions. Protect hospital patients and caregivers. Destroy every infection that resists medicine.
May Your Spirit cover our homes, our bodies, and our hospitals. May our hands be clean — physically and spiritually. May we not carry bacteria, bitterness, or burdens that were never meant to live in us.
We declare healing in Jesus’ name. We speak peace over every restless body. We proclaim strength to the immune system and fire to the prayer altar.
Let this be the hour of recovery. Let Your mercy be our medicine.
Amen.
Final Words from GOA Community — A Call to Purity
Don’t ignore small wounds. In the body, they invite bacteria. In the soul, they invite destruction.
Be vigilant. Be holy. Be clean. And never forget:
The Lord is the greatest spiritual being of all time. Amen.


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