Principle #8
It is not possible to fight a fleshly temptation with fleshly weapons.
Oh so many times we have lost students either temporarily or permanently because they believed the lie of the devil that the world had something to offer their recovery. Whether it be the patch, secular counseling, evaluation of childhood, methadone, Prozac, or any other fleshly (worldly) weapon that is intended to curb our stubborn habits and inappropriate behavior, it will not (WILL NOT) cure us of our addiction. Praise God, the battle is inside of us and that is exactly where Christ has chosen to take up residence in our lives! You see, the battle cannot be won with a fleshly (worldly weapon) because the battle is spiritual. II Corinthians 10:3-5 says…For though we walk in the flesh, we do not war after the flesh: (for the weapons of our warfare are not carnal (fleshly), but mighty through God (spiritual) to the pulling down of strong holds;) Casting down imaginations (in your mind), and every high thing that exalteth itself against the knowledge of God, and bringing into captivity every though to the obedience of Christ.
It is simple to believe but hard to apply. Whenever we have a stubborn thought, we must cast it down. Remember, as a man thinks in his heart, so is he…Principle #2 says every sin has its origin in our hearts. It is our responsibility to protect our hearts with all diligence because out of the heart are the very most important issues in life. If there is going to be any good or anything worth commending come out of our lives, we must first concentrate on things that are true, honest, just, lovely, pure and of good report (Phil. 4:8). To avoid a habitual action or reaction to your negative thoughts you must cast down the thought and bring your mind under subjection to the obedience of Christ. You will have a lost of help with this, you see, because…I John 4:4 Ye are of God, little children, and have overcome them: because greater is he that is in you, than he that is in the world.
The world has nothing to offer you in your quest for recovery. You can believe what you are reading or you can try the world yourself. But with Christ, all things are possible, if you only believe.
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Member #: 2265
Registered: 1996-2001
Posted:
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Name:
MICHAEL BUTTERY
Name:
Michael Buttery
Company:
BMW, CCU,
Occupation:
Splicer,Sweep Tech,Manger,Mechanic
Location:
Charleston SC
Personal:
early 60s
Experience:
~46 years
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