Addiction isnât limited to substance abusers. The mark of an addict is when a want becomes a need â at least in his mind. This is easy to see when one struggles with substance abuse. In those cases our very body responds as if the thing we desired is an actual need. We call that process withdrawal. While it is painful to … Read More
While all sinful choices bring addictive like habits none seem to be quite so enslaving as the sexual sins. Perhaps that’s why Jesus addresses these sins as first taking place in the heart. 27 You have heard that it was said, âYou shall not commit adultery.â 28 But I say to you that everyone who looks at a woman with lustful intent has already … Read More
God placed Adam and Eve in the garden and gave them everything they would need. The garden was perfect in every way. Only one treeâs fruit was off-limits. So when the woman saw that the tree was good for food, and that it was a delight to the eyes, and that the tree was to be desired to make one … Read More
I struggle with anger. Perhaps you do too. When I succumb to my anger it feels like I don’t have control over my emotions, thoughts, and choices. It seems like decisions are being made for me. It feels like I’m in a box. But is that reality? The following video illustration helps to clarify. If you are receiving this via email or Facebook … Read More
Sometimes the simplest verses seem to be the hardest to live out. Consider this one, “Whoever says he abides in him ought to walk in the same way in which he walked” (1 John 2:6). The Bible teaches that Jesus was fully God. But if your portrait of Jesus is void of his humanity, his teaching and example will seem to … Read More
The best way to defend against the tempterâs lie is to know Godâs truth. Jesus answered Satanâs temptations with specific scripture. To know your opponentâs modus operandi is essential in any field, but particularly for an NFL quarterback. Sportswriter Pete Prisco explains it best, “Watching film, or tape to be precise, is key to the success of any quarterback no … Read More
There is a word that is small, but in spite of its size it has left a significant impact. It has disrupted nations, families, marriages, and oneâs relationship with God. It is discussed in nearly every form of religion, but in no other sacred book is the word treated as thoroughly as it is in the Bible. The word? Sin. … Read More
We live in a world where lions lay around lazily in the zoo cages. Gettting up for an occasional stretch or yawn. The Bible gives this strong warning though: “Be soberminded; be watchful. Your adversary the devil prowls around like a roaring lion, seeking someone to devour” (1 Peter 5:8). Check out the following video clip, and ask yourself, “What adjectives … Read More
