Spiritual practices that help overcome additions (Part 3 of Avoiding Addictions) - Ep. 126

1. Stay focused on where God is leading you.- 1 Corinthians 4:20- Luke 9:23- Galatians 2:202. Thoughts (Recognize how your thought life affects your progress toward Christ likeness)- Romans 12:2- Romans 8:12-13- Colossians 3:1-43. Actions (Bible, Prayer and Community) - Lectio Divina (click here)- Morning Affirmations by Kenneth (click here)- Psalm 23- Hosea 14Pray without ceasing - 1 Thessalonians 5:17- Invite God into the interaction- Ask God for His wisdom- Ask Him to direct you in your heart language - Ask Him to walk with you through any valley you are in that makes continuing to get healthy difficult for youChurch - Meet regularly with other Christians Where do people stall?1. The chose their addiction over becoming like Jesus2. They tell God how He should change them and if He doesn't meet their expectations, they become discouraged and can turn away from Him.3. They isolate themselves due to fear of exposure or shame after failure. 4. They set unrealistic goals for change.5. People are hurt by others and walk away from God. By the love and power of God in your life, you can make it through your addiction to a life like Jesus on the other side.For more info on Repentance: Episode 16 - Confessing and Repentance (12/03/2020)