DDD: From Self-Indulgence to Holy Pleasure: Breaking Free from Hidden Escapes

Give me 7+ Minutes on your drive into work today  Ask yourself this question: Where do you look for comfort or escape apart from Christ? Is it food, scrolling, anger, or something else? Today's devotion reveals why self-indulgence is secretly stealing your joy—and how to find real pleasure in God instead. This message will challenge what you think freedom really means.  In this episode, Pastor Brian Noble explores Romans 13:8-14 and Galatians 5, teaching that the gospel calls believers out of self-indulgent lifestyles into finding holy pleasure in God. He identifies common forms of escape—pornography, overeating, drunkenness, sexual promiscuity, anger, and jealousy—that distract from Christ-centered living. The message emphasizes that true freedom means serving others through love rather than indulging the flesh, especially in our closest relationships, where self-indulgence often surfaces most easily. Listeners are challenged to identify their personal temptations and establish boundaries around substances, media, and relationships that honor God.  We are transforming our hearts so we can shape the public square. If you're interested in starting a public square ministry, check out these free resources - https://fpiw.org/public-square-ministry.  Donate Today - https://fpiw.bndlr.co/  TAKE ACTION Don’t Just talk about it - DOWNLOAD The “WASHINGTON DEFENDER APP” today https://fpiw.org/washington-defender-app/