Satan’s trap of “Insecurity” (3 of 5). WHAT DOES AN INSECURE PERSON BELIEVE ABOUT THEMSELVES? 1. “I can never accomplish this task; I can’t do it” Note: A person does not HAVE to remain feeling insecure. – They shouldn’t let someone else talk them into that condition. – They shouldn’t … Continue reading
Satan’s trap of “Insecurity” (2 of 5). Unfortunately many of us struggle through a life based on the opinions and perceptions of others, rather than celebrating how much the Lord loves us and wants what is best for us. There may be times whenever the Lord speaks to us through someone else, and it should … Continue reading
Satan’s trap of “Insecurity”. Question: – How do you feel about yourself? Question: – Are you frequently criticizing yourself? Question: – Are there things about you that you don’t like? Question: – Do you feel like you don’t have any real discipline in your life? Question: – Do you feel … Continue reading
Satan’s trap of “Jealousy” (4 of 4) HOW SHOULD WE DEAL WITH JEALOUSY? 1. Acknowledge we are jealous. – Admit to God that we are jealous. 2. Acknowledge we are in conflict with God. – As long as we try to rationalize our feelings of jealousy, we will not be able to … Continue reading
Satan’s trap of “Jealousy” (3 of 4) CONSEQUENCES OF JEALOUSY 1. Fear. – We will live with fear (a form of bondage). – Fear that we won’t get something. – Fear that we won’t get something on time. – Fear that someone else will get what we want. 2. We become … Continue reading
Reaching For Real Life Question: What are some types of goals people have for themselves? – Marry, have a family, enjoy life (work hard to get to retirement). – Help others. – Train hard and become a great athlete, then coach. – Raise a family, then pursue hobbies. – Get … Continue reading
Satan’s trap of “Jealousy” (2 of 4) THE NATURE OF JEALOUSY 1. It is a work of the flesh (earthly, natural, demonic). If someone accused you of being jealous, and you admitted that you were… and then they said, “That’s a demonic attitude”, most people would be defensive and reply with, … Continue reading
Satan’s trap of “Jealousy” (1 of 4) All of us would like to have peace and harmony (in our own lives, and with others around us as well). Too often, we find a disharmony within ourselves (a feeling that something is just not right). It can be the result of something within ourselves, or it … Continue reading
Finding new purpose. A lot of adults do not have a purpose or direction for their life. – Some move from job to job and never find fulfillment. – Some try to get more, new, and better things, but still feel empty. Note: For believers, being a part and feeling you are a … Continue reading
Satan’s trap of “Pride” (5 of 5) When we are honest and admit that we see evidences of pride in our lives (which God hates), we need to actively address them, and pray for the Lord to help us in our efforts. As promised, the Lord sent us an advocate (helper) who is the Holy … Continue reading