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3 Parts to Any Temptation- Part 2

3 Parts to Any Temptation- Part 2

Many of us have been in church since we were a child.  We have accumulated a lot of Bible knowledge.  We have memorized Bible verses.  We have sat through 100’s, if not 1000’s, of sermons.  Yet, you and I are still not exempt from temptation…and Satan often questions God’s Word to tempt us to sin. 

3 Parts to Any Temptation-Part 1

3 Parts to Any Temptation-Part 1

The approach of temptation is rarely bold and brash.  It is more often subtle in its approach and accomplished in smaller graduated steps.  So, we know the Bible says love your wife, respect your husband, and obey your parents.  However, temptation to disobey these commands almost never begins with in-your-face rebellion.  The process is more subtle before it becomes bold.  It often looks like...

4 Truths that Impact How We Approach the Finish Line

4 Truths that Impact How We Approach the Finish Line

We are all running a race on this earth.  It is the race of daily living as we navigate our families, marriages, workplaces, friendships, personal struggles, and personal victories.  We must finish the race well.  To run the race well, we must think beyond what we can see (like a runner in a long-distance race).  Let’s take a look at what is at the finish line.