Defeating Recurring Temptation

“I don’t understand myself at all, for I really want to do what is right, but I don’t do it. Instead, I do the very thing I hate.” Romans 7:15 1. _______________________ YOUR PATTERN OF TEMPTATION. “Plan carefully what you do… Avoid evil and walk straight ahead. Don’t go one step off the right way.” Proverbs 4:26-27 When, Where, Who, What, How 2. _____________________ THE CONDITION OF YOUR HEART. “Above all else, guard your heart, for it affects everything you do.” Proverbs 4:23 “Do not give the devil a foothold.” Ephesians 4:27 Physically Exhausted 0 1 2 3 4 Energetic / In shape Discouraged / Pessimistic 0 1 2 3 4 Encouraged / Optimistic Bored / Discontented 0 1 2 3 4 Challenged / Contented Spiritually Dry / Empty 0 1 2 3 4 Spiritually Growing Geographically Distant/Alone 0 1 2 3 4 Near / Together Insecure / Unsure 0 1 2 3 4 Secure / Confident Deeply Wounded / Hurt 0 1 2 3 4 Loved / Understood Secretly Bitter / Angry 0 1 2 3 4 Have Forgiven Everyone Sad 0 1 2 3 4 Happy Alienated / Unsupported 0 1 2 3 4 Close / Supported Total: 3. ____________________ GOD INTO THE __________________. “(Jesus) understands our weaknesses, for He faced all of the same temptations we do, yet He did not sin. So let us come boldly to … our gracious God. There we will receive His mercy, and grace to help us when we need it.” Hebrews 4:15-16 4. _______________ YOUR ATTENTION – GO TO ___________. “Temptation is the pull of your own evil thoughts and wishes. These evil thoughts lead to evil actions…” James 1:14-15 “We capture every thought… and make it obey Christ.” 2 Corinthians 10:5 “Don’t let evil conquer you, but conquer evil with good.” Romans 12:21 5. _____________________ IN A BELIEVER YOU TRUST. “Admit your faults to each other and pray for each other so that you may be healed.” James 5:16 1 Corinthians 10:13 CALL OR TEXT - COF SUPPORT HOTLINE: 832-732-2970 To view previous messages visit cof.tv/resources