E232: Resisting Temptation
Takeaways
\nMan is capable of resisting temptation, as demonstrated by examples from the Bible.
\nTemptation itself is not sinful; it is how we respond to it that matters.
\nJesus, as our high priest, understands our struggles with temptation and provides strength and guidance.
\nTo resist temptation, we should flee from it and set ourselves up for success. Set yourself up for success by fleeing from temptation and turning to God.
\nRecognize that even strong individuals can fall if not careful.
\nTake extreme measures to overcome sexual temptations, such as deleting social media accounts and breaking off unhealthy relationships.
\nControl your thoughts and actions, and seek help and accountability from fellow believers.
\nChapters
\n00:00 Introduction: Resisting Temptation
\n00:28 The False Teaching of Calvinism
\n01:22 The Ability to Resist Temptation
\n03:19 Jesus as Our High Priest
\n04:42 Jesus' Temptation in the Wilderness
\n06:03 Lessons from Jesus' Temptation
\n07:29 What Not to Do When Tempted
\n11:18 Knowing There is a Way of Escape
\n12:47 Setting Yourself Up for Success
\n27:10 Knowing That We Can Fall
\n27:34 Turning to God
\n30:06 Overcoming Sexual Temptations
\n33:38 Taking Extreme Measures
\n36:23 Controlling Ourselves
\n39:29 Getting Back Up After Failure
\n44:15 Confessing and Repenting of Sin
\n47:10 Submitting to God and Resisting the Devil
\n48:46 Doing a Reality Check
\n49:19 Finding Freedom in Jesus
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