Meditations on "Temptation"

Where
Where Am I Vulnerable? (2)
Tuesday May 12, 2015

A spiritual battle takes place every day of our lives and, without God’s help, we are vulnerable to attack and harm.

Optimism
Optimism Fueled By Faith, Hope, And Love
Friday May 8, 2015

We began this week reflecting on whether we are “doughnut or hole” people.

Stressful
Stressful Events
Tuesday February 10, 2015

When stressful situations come our way, and Jesus told us they will, let’s make a conscious effort to turn to God and seek His help.

Who
Who Says I'm Defective?
Tuesday January 27, 2015

God created each of us with beauty and dignity. This knowledge should fill us with great joy and a real sense of personal worth.

Antidote
Antidote To Guilt
Monday January 19, 2015

It's still early in this new year. Day 19 out of 365.

Telling
Telling Others
Tuesday December 30, 2014

The Bible is full of stories which show the power of God to overcome the hurts of the past.

Forgiven
Forgiven So That I Can Forgive
Thursday November 20, 2014

At Partners in Hope gatherings we love to sing. We sing at 12-Step meetings, outreach breakfasts, training meetings….

Rationalizing
Rationalizing (2)
Tuesday September 9, 2014

Two of the many reasons we excuse giving into temptation and rationalizing our behaviour are: 1) We want what sin has to offer us.

Rationalizing
Rationalizing (1)
Monday September 8, 2014

Rationalizing is a thought process where we provide a reasonable but untrue argument for harmful actions we plan to take, or have taken.

Getting
Getting Help
Wednesday April 30, 2014

GETTING HELP For troubles without number surround me; my sins have overtaken me, and I cannot see.

What
What Does Jesus' Death Have To Do With Me? (3)?
Wednesday April 16, 2014

What Does Jesus’ Death Have To Do With Me? (3)? For the past couple of days we've been thinking about this amazing gift we get from Jesus -- his life in exchange for ours; our sinful brokenness for His healing and wholeness.

March
March 19, 2014 Temptation And Deception (3)
Wednesday March 19, 2014

Temptation and Deception (3) God is a Holy God and He made us in His image so that we would have an intimate relationship with Him.