Thee Generation Podcast

Satisfied: Mind War—Do Desires Die?


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Episode Summary

In the final episode of the Mind War series on the Satisfied program, Ryan Swanson tackles a difficult but crucial topic: desire. Is the struggle in our thought life something we must simply manage forever, or does God offer more? With biblical clarity and pastoral empathy, Ryan shares the hope that victory isn’t just about saying “no”—it's about saying “yes” to Jesus, and discovering the peace of a transformed mind.

Topics Discussed
  • The distinction between temptation and desire
  • Can God change your desires?
  • Testimonies of men battling addiction and craving
  • Isaiah 26:3 and the key to perfect peace
  • Reframing the battle: it's not a yes/no choice, it's a multiple choice
  • Desire, availability, and isolation in thought life struggles
  • Why saying “yes” to Christ is the only path to victory
  • What David teaches us about longing in Psalm 63
  • Encouragement to fight the battle, but aim for peace
Key Takeaways
  • The goal of spiritual warfare isn’t just a good fight—it’s peace.
  • Saying “no” to sin is not enough; victory comes by saying “yes” to Christ.
  • God may want to do more than help you resist sin—He may want to change what you desire.
  • Perfect peace is possible, not when you try harder, but when your mind is stayed on Christ.
  • Your journey is not just about fighting gratification but about learning to be satisfied in Jesus.

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