Trading God's Promises - Audio

Dr. Smith discusses self-denial and true faith, emphasizing that faith begins where self ends. He uses the story of Esau, who traded his birthright for stew, to illustrate the consequences of prioritizing immediate gratification over God's promises. Dr. Smith warns against living at the mercy of one's urges, as it leads to destruction. He highlights self-control as a key to avoiding this, discussing excesses in physical pleasure, money, and emotional indulgence. He emphasizes the importance of enduring temptation and seeking God's way of escape, rather than expecting temptation to disappear, drawing on scripture to support the idea that God provides a way to endure.