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21: From Reacting to Responding: Renewing Your Mind Against Temptation
Episode Summary: In this enlightening conversation, Wes and TJ explore the nature of temptation through a biblical lens. They discuss the important distinction between being tempted and sinning, unpack how to identify the root causes beneath temptations, and share practical ways to renew your mind with scripture to respond rather than react when temptations arise.
Main Scripture References:
1 Corinthians 10:13 - God's promise to provide a way of escape from temptation
Hebrews 4:15 - Jesus was tempted in every way yet without sin
James 1:13 - God does not tempt anyone
1 John 2:1 - We have an advocate in Jesus if we do sin
Key Points:
Being tempted is not a sin - even Jesus was tempted, yet remained sinless.
God does not tempt us to sin - temptations come from the enemy, but God provides a way of escape.
The real challenge of temptation begins with our identity and beliefs, not the sinful action itself.
Focus on the root beneath the temptation (lack, offense, pride) rather than just fighting the outward sin.
Victory over temptation comes through renewing our minds with scripture and focusing on Jesus rather than fixating on our struggles.
Memorable Quotes:
"Don't focus on the temptation or the sin. Look to Jesus. He's the author and finisher of our faith." - TJ
"The way that you deal with this temptation is to go, 'Look, I know that I am safe and secure in Christ. I know that he will provide everything for me. I know that if I fall, he will forgive me.'" - Wes
Listener Takeaway: Freedom from temptation doesn't come from willpower or perfection, but from knowing who you are in Christ, understanding the root causes of your struggles, and renewing your mind with scripture to respond with truth rather than reacting out of habit.
Connect and Support:
Support the podcast: https://thingsmybiblesays.supercast.com
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ThingsMyBibleSays
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61574119230780
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thingsmybiblesays/
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Episode Summary: In this enlightening conversation, Wes and TJ explore the nature of temptation through a biblical lens. They discuss the important distinction between being tempted and sinning, unpack how to identify the root causes beneath temptations, and share practical ways to renew your mind with scripture to respond rather than react when temptations arise.
Main Scripture References:
1 Corinthians 10:13 - God's promise to provide a way of escape from temptation
Hebrews 4:15 - Jesus was tempted in every way yet without sin
James 1:13 - God does not tempt anyone
1 John 2:1 - We have an advocate in Jesus if we do sin
Key Points:
Being tempted is not a sin - even Jesus was tempted, yet remained sinless.
God does not tempt us to sin - temptations come from the enemy, but God provides a way of escape.
The real challenge of temptation begins with our identity and beliefs, not the sinful action itself.
Focus on the root beneath the temptation (lack, offense, pride) rather than just fighting the outward sin.
Victory over temptation comes through renewing our minds with scripture and focusing on Jesus rather than fixating on our struggles.
Memorable Quotes:
"Don't focus on the temptation or the sin. Look to Jesus. He's the author and finisher of our faith." - TJ
"The way that you deal with this temptation is to go, 'Look, I know that I am safe and secure in Christ. I know that he will provide everything for me. I know that if I fall, he will forgive me.'" - Wes
Listener Takeaway: Freedom from temptation doesn't come from willpower or perfection, but from knowing who you are in Christ, understanding the root causes of your struggles, and renewing your mind with scripture to respond with truth rather than reacting out of habit.
Connect and Support:
Support the podcast: https://thingsmybiblesays.supercast.com
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ThingsMyBibleSays
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61574119230780
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thingsmybiblesays/