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When temptation comes knocking, you have more options than slamming the door and running away. In fact, fleeing can actually contribute to the cycle of sexual sin. Here are 5 Steps to Shutting Down Temptation.

So, let’s face temptation head on with feet firmly planted. In this episode, Josh offers 5 steps to help you shut down temptation.  

While the enticement can be loud and dizzying, you have options. 

If your body is charged with the bait of temptation, let’s begin with a simple prayer: “Lord, bring your Holy Order to this disorder.”

Let's dive in!

Highlights:

When you’re tempted take notice of your breathing and slow it down.

God has put you in a physical body and in the body of Christ

As you slow down, be curious why you’re feeling temptation.

Homework:

Take some time to write out the 5 steps on an index card.

1. BREATHE in through your nose (count to 4) and out through your mouth (count to 8).
2. CALL A FRIEND write down their name and number here
3. OPEN YOURSELF TO GOD “Lord, bring your Holy Order to this disorder.”
4. BE CURIOUS: What am I feeling - angry, lonely, rejected, anxious, stuck? Name it.
5. TEND TO THAT PART OF YOU: now that you’ve named the feeling, how can you care for yourself?

A Prayer: “Lord, I need Your help right now. I’m really tempted. Lord you are here and I open myself to you. Enter in. Slow my heart down. As I breathe and try to slow down; I acknowledge that you are present with me and know all that’s happening inside of me - my thoughts, my mind, the thoughts of my heart. You are here. You are present and know what my body feels like right now. I open myself to you Jesus.”

Extras:

“Unwanted: How Sexual Brokenness Reveals Our Way to Healing” Jay Stringer

If you want to learn more, check out Josh's latest musing on this topic at, When Temptation Comes Knocking

Transcription:

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