The document discusses how to overcome temptation. It explains that temptation is an opportunity for spiritual growth rather than a stumbling block. It describes how temptation works through desires, doubt, deception and disobedience. Some key ways to overcome temptation mentioned are to refuse to feel intimidated by temptation, recognize patterns of temptation and be prepared, and request God's help through prayer. Developing Christ-like character is the goal in defeating temptation.
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Os Hillman and his daughter Charis Hillman Brown lead a session for Mercy Ministries in Nashville, March 2015. The topic is on how to overcome hindrances in life to fulfill your God-designed purpose.
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Making converts, gaining decisions, does not equal making disciples. It is essential we look at the right ideas, in the right way to make real disciples of King Jesus.
It is common to refer to the process of maturing as a disciple as spiritual formation. Here, based upon work by Greg Ogden, I give a four stage process for growing into maturity, and fruitfulness, as a follower of King Jesus.
Jesus expected a process of change, growth and development in the life of his followers. Many writers suggest a three or four stage process. A four stage process is outlined here, along with personal challenge / application.
Disciple-Making, according to Greg Ogden requires at least tow major factors: Internalisation and Multiplication. This presentation adds to his ideas with some scripture and illustrative ideas challenging followers of Christ to become, and make, disciples in his image.
Name someone...who has impacted your life.
Disiple-making is a deliberate act requiring discipline and dedication
“Discipleship is all about living the life together rather than just one structured meeting each week” Chan
In Jude 17-23 Jude shifts from piling up examples of false teachers from the Old Testament to a series of practical exhortations that flow from apostolic instruction. He preserves for us what may well have been part of the apostolic catechism for the first generation of Christ-followers. In these instructions Jude exhorts the believer to deal with 3 different groups of people: scoffers who are "devoid of the Spirit", believers who have come under the influence of scoffers and believers who are so entrenched in false teaching that they need rescue and pose some real spiritual risk for the rescuer. In all of this Jude emphasizes Jesus' call to rescue straying sheep, leaving the 99 safely behind and pursuing the 1.
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The Chakra System in our body - A Portal to Interdimensional Consciousness.pptxBharat Technology
each chakra is studied in greater detail, several steps have been included to
strengthen your personal intention to open each chakra more fully. These are designed
to draw forth the highest benefit for your spiritual growth.
Discover various methods for clearing negative entities from your space and spirit, including energy clearing techniques, spiritual rituals, and professional assistance. Gain practical knowledge on how to implement these techniques to restore peace and harmony. For more information visit here: https://www.reikihealingdistance.com/negative-entity-removal/
The Book of Joshua is the sixth book in the Hebrew Bible and the Old Testament, and is the first book of the Deuteronomistic history, the story of Israel from the conquest of Canaan to the Babylonian exile.
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A PowerPoint Presentation based on the Dhamma teaching of Kamma-Vipaka (Intentional Actions-Ripening Effects).
A Presentation for developing morality, concentration and wisdom and to spur us to practice the Dhamma diligently.
The texts are in English and Chinese.
Exploring the Mindfulness Understanding Its Benefits.pptxMartaLoveguard
Slide 1: Title: Exploring the Mindfulness: Understanding Its Benefits
Slide 2: Introduction to Mindfulness
Mindfulness, defined as the conscious, non-judgmental observation of the present moment, has deep roots in Buddhist meditation practice but has gained significant popularity in the Western world in recent years. In today's society, filled with distractions and constant stimuli, mindfulness offers a valuable tool for regaining inner peace and reconnecting with our true selves. By cultivating mindfulness, we can develop a heightened awareness of our thoughts, feelings, and surroundings, leading to a greater sense of clarity and presence in our daily lives.
Slide 3: Benefits of Mindfulness for Mental Well-being
Practicing mindfulness can help reduce stress and anxiety levels, improving overall quality of life.
Mindfulness increases awareness of our emotions and teaches us to manage them better, leading to improved mood.
Regular mindfulness practice can improve our ability to concentrate and focus our attention on the present moment.
Slide 4: Benefits of Mindfulness for Physical Health
Research has shown that practicing mindfulness can contribute to lowering blood pressure, which is beneficial for heart health.
Regular meditation and mindfulness practice can strengthen the immune system, aiding the body in fighting infections.
Mindfulness may help reduce the risk of chronic diseases such as type 2 diabetes and obesity by reducing stress and improving overall lifestyle habits.
Slide 5: Impact of Mindfulness on Relationships
Mindfulness can help us better understand others and improve communication, leading to healthier relationships.
By focusing on the present moment and being fully attentive, mindfulness helps build stronger and more authentic connections with others.
Mindfulness teaches us how to be present for others in difficult times, leading to increased compassion and understanding.
Slide 6: Mindfulness Techniques and Practices
Focusing on the breath and mindful breathing can be a simple way to enter a state of mindfulness.
Body scan meditation involves focusing on different parts of the body, paying attention to any sensations and feelings.
Practicing mindful walking and eating involves consciously focusing on each step or bite, with full attention to sensory experiences.
Slide 7: Incorporating Mindfulness into Daily Life
You can practice mindfulness in everyday activities such as washing dishes or taking a walk in the park.
Adding mindfulness practice to daily routines can help increase awareness and presence.
Mindfulness helps us become more aware of our needs and better manage our time, leading to balance and harmony in life.
Slide 8: Summary: Embracing Mindfulness for Full Living
Mindfulness can bring numerous benefits for physical and mental health.
Regular mindfulness practice can help achieve a fuller and more satisfying life.
Mindfulness has the power to change our perspective and way of perceiving the world, leading to deeper se
2 Peter 3: Because some scriptures are hard to understand and some will force them to say things God never intended, Peter warns us to take care.
https://youtu.be/nV4kGHFsEHw
4. James 1:12
Blessed is the man who
perseveres under trial,
because when he has
stood the test, he will
receive the crown of life
that God has promised to
those who love him.
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5. Temptation is a stepping stone
to spiritual maturity not a
stumbling block - an
opportunity to do right not
wrong - choose right and you
grow in character.
Warren does this by suggesting
you identify the character
qualities of Jesus - the fruit of
the Spirit - and knowing Jesus
is each of these perfectly
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6. How does the HS produce these
in your life? Slowly
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7. “God develops the fruit of
the Spirit in your life by
allowing you to
experience circumstances
in which you’re tempted
to express the exact
opposite quality”
Warren, page 202
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8. We learn love as God puts
unlovely people around us -
loving lovely people is easy!
We learn real joy in the midst
of sorrow - happiness
depends on external
circumstances, joy depends
on your relationship with
God.
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9. Peace comes through times of confusion and
chaos - choosing God when we are afraid
You can’t claim to be good if you’ve never had
the opportunity to be unfaithful - integrity is
built by defeating the opportunity to be
dishonest, humility by refusing pride etc.
Each time you defeat a temptation you become
more like Jesus
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10. How Temptation Works
Satan is entirely predictable - he has used
the same strategy and tricks for all of
creation.
2 Cor 2:11 TM After all, we don't want to
unwittingly give Satan an opening for yet
more mischief—we're not oblivious to his
sly ways!
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11. Step 1 - a desire is created in
you, sinful (revenge, control
etc.) or legitimate (need for
love etc.)
The temptation is to fulfill
either of these in a sinful way
- a wrong way or at the wrong
time - a shortcut which you
might think you deserve, or
will make you feel better.
This begins within us.
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12. Mark 7:21-23 - For from within, out of
men's hearts, come evil thoughts, sexual
immorality, theft, murder, adultery, greed,
malice, deceit, lewdness, envy, slander,
arrogance and folly. All these evils come
from inside and make a man 'unclean.' "
James 4:1 - What causes fights and
quarrels among you? Don't they come from
your desires that battle within you?
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13. Step 2 - doubt, about what God
has sad about the sin.
“Did God really say...surely God
wants me to be happy...doesn’t
this apply to someone else at
some other time...”
Heb 3:12 So watch your step,
friends. Make sure there's no
evil unbelief lying around that
will trip you up and throw you
off course, diverting you from
the living God.
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14. Step 3 - deception, satan does
not tell the truth but replaces
what god has said with lies or
half truths - no one will know, it
is only a little sin...
John 8: 44 You belong to your
father, the devil...He was a
murderer from the beginning,
not holding to the truth, for
there is no truth in him. When
he lies, he speaks his native
language, for he is a liar and the
father of lies.
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15. Step 4 - disobedience, you
act on what you have been
thinking about, you give in -
the thought is birthed into
action
James 1:14-16 each one is
tempted when, by his own
evil desire, he is dragged
away and enticed. Then, after
desire has conceived, it gives
birth to sin; and sin, when it
is full-grown, gives birth to
death. Don't be deceived, my
dear brothers.
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16. Overcoming Temptation
It is not enough to
understand
temptation - you have
to overcome it
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17. 1. Refuse to be Intimidated
Many Christians are
frightened and demoralised
by tempting thoughts -
feeling ashamed for being
tempted - you will not
outgrow temptation, it is
part of a fallen world
Satan does not tempt those
already doing his will but he
hates those who are not -
temptation is a good sign in
this sense
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18. It is not a sin to be tempted
“You cannot stop birds form flying
over your head but you can keep them
from making a nest in your hair”
Martin Luther
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19. What is the difference
between physical attraction,
sexual arousal, and lust? The
first two are part of our image
of God make up - the latter a
choice in your mind of what
you want to do with your
body. Attraction is not lust
until you choose to act on it.
The closer you grow to God
the more satan hates you -
and will try to bring you
down.
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20. Sometimes when you pray
a strange or evil thought
might enter your mind - to
distract or shame you - it is
satan trying to stop your
prayers - don’t condemn
yourself but refocus on God
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21. 2. Recognize your pattern of
temptation and be prepared for it
1 Peter 5:8 Be self-
controlled and alert.
Your enemy the devil
prowls around like a
roaring lion looking
for someone to devour.
Plan wisely - make
good choices
Where are you most
vulnerable to temptation?
Time of day, location, people,
tired, lonely, stressed, self
pitying, angry, hurt,
successful
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22. 2. Recognize your pattern of
temptation and be prepared for it
1 Peter 5:8 Be self-
controlled and alert.
Your enemy the devil
prowls around like a
roaring lion looking
for someone to devour.
Plan wisely - make
good choices
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23. Eph 4:26-27 Go ahead and be angry. You do
well to be angry—but don't use your anger as
fuel for revenge. And don't stay angry. Don't
go to bed angry. Don't give the Devil that
kind of foothold in your life.
Prov. 4:26-27 Make level paths for your feet
and take only ways that are firm. Do not
swerve to the right or the left; keep your foot
from evil.
Prov. 16:17 The highway of the upright
avoids evil; he who guards his way guards his
life
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24. 3. Request God’s help
Psalm 50:15
and call upon me in the day
of trouble; I will deliver you,
and you will honor me.
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25. 3. Request God’s help
Psalm 50:15
and call upon me in the day
of trouble; I will deliver you,
and you will honor me.
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26. Many Biblical characters
prayed this simple prayer.
And remember God does
understand;
Heb. 4:15 For we do not
have a high priest who is
unable to sympathize with
our weaknesses, but we
have one who has been
tempted in every way, just
as we are—yet was without
sin.
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27. God wants to help you
defeat temptation - do you
want to be helped?
Are you embarrassed to
ask for help with the same
repeating temptation? God
is patient and
understanding - don’t you
think he would rather you
ask for help than be
defeated?
God is eager to be
gracious and merciful.
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28. Ask God for help, for
power to do the right
thing - and expect him to
help.
Heb 4:16 Let us then
approach the throne of
grace with confidence, so
that we may receive
mercy and find grace to
help us in our time of
need.
Temptations throw us
back on Jesus
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29. Ask God for help, for
power to do the right
thing - and expect him to
help.
Heb 4:16 Let us then
approach the throne of
grace with confidence, so
that we may receive
mercy and find grace to
help us in our time of
need.
Temptations throw us
back on Jesus
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30. Point to ponder
Every temptation is an opportunity
to do good
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31. Verse to Remember:
James 1:12
Blessed is the man who perseveres
under trial, because when he has
stood the test, he will receive the
crown of life that God has promised
to those who love him.
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32. Question to Consider:
What christlike character quality
can I develop by defeating the most
common temptation I face?
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