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How to Overcome Difficult Sins = part 2

Pastor Scott Thom discusses the challenges of overcoming difficult sins and offers guidance on how to grow spiritually and resist temptation. He emphasizes the importance of God allowing struggles to build spiritual strength, the role of fasting in overcoming sin, and the need for cultivating strong character traits. Pastor Scott encourages viewers to trust in God's process, cultivate virtues such as honesty and faithfulness, and cultivate a deep fear of the Lord to resist sin. Ultimately, overcoming sin requires faith, work, and a relationship with God.

 

 

Discussion Questions:

  1. Why does God sometimes allow us to struggle with sin instead of removing it immediately?
  2. How does fasting help in resisting sin, and what role does self-control play in overcoming temptation?
  3. How can we strengthen our character to resist the sins we struggle with?
  4. How does having a strong fear of the Lord impact our ability to resist evil?
  5. What are some practical ways to cultivate virtues that help us overcome sin (e.g., honesty, faithfulness, self-control)?

Prayer Points:

  1. Strength to Overcome Sin: Pray for the strength to battle and resist the sins that have been difficult to overcome.
  2. Spiritual Growth: Ask God to help you grow in virtues such as honesty, faithfulness, and self-control, building a strong foundation to resist temptation.
  3. Guidance in Fasting: Pray for wisdom in incorporating fasting into your spiritual life to develop stronger self-discipline and fight against sinful habits.
  4. Fear of the Lord: Pray for a deeper understanding of the fear of the Lord and a heart that honors and respects God's word and judgment.

Action Steps:

  1. Start Fasting Regularly: Incorporate fasting into your spiritual routine to strengthen self-discipline and resist sin.
  2. Work on Personal Character: Identify areas in your life where your character needs improvement, and take active steps to develop virtues such as honesty and faithfulness.
  3. Reflect on Sin's Long-Term Consequences: Take time to reflect on how sin negatively impacts your life and cultivate a greater desire to resist it by developing a long-term perspective on God's will.
  4. Practice Integrity Daily: In all your interactions and decisions, choose to act with integrity and honor God in all things, especially when faced with temptation.
  5. Memorize Scriptures on Sin and Virtue: Memorize verses related to resisting sin and building virtue, such as Proverbs 8:13 and Isaiah 58:6, to strengthen your resolve.

 

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Overcoming Sin: Practical Steps for Lasting Change (Part 1)

Pastor Scott Thom discusses the challenge of overcoming sin, drawing from biblical teachings and personal experience. He explains how to deal with sinful habits, emphasizing the importance of genuine repentance, maintaining a strong relationship with God, and taking proactive steps to avoid temptation. Pastor Scott also shares strategies for transforming the mind through scripture, avoiding harmful influences, and fostering a deeper love for God to overcome sin. The video is part one of a two-part series, aiming to provide practical insights for spiritual growth and victory over sin.

Discussion Questions:

  1. What are some common struggles we face when trying to overcome sin, and how does Romans 7 relate to this?
  2. How can we distinguish between genuine repentance and regret over consequences?
  3. In what ways can we proactively cut off access to temptation in our lives?
  4. How can changing our mindset help us resist sin, according to Romans 6:11?
  5. What role does loving God play in overcoming sinful habits?

Prayer Points:

  1. Pray for the strength to genuinely repent and turn away from sin, seeking a closer relationship with God.
  2. Ask for wisdom in recognizing and avoiding situations that lead to temptation.
  3. Pray for a transformed mind, filled with the word of God, to combat negative thoughts and sinful desires.
  4. Pray for a deeper love for God that constrains you to avoid sin and live in alignment with His will.
  5. Ask God for guidance in making practical decisions that honor Him and help you grow in righteousness.

Action Steps:

  1. Identify areas of temptation in your life and take intentional steps to remove or avoid them.
  2. Spend time in prayer, asking God for the strength to genuinely repent and make changes in your life.
  3. Commit to reading and memorizing scriptures that combat areas of weakness or sin.
  4. Take an honest inventory of relationships or environments that encourage sinful behavior and make adjustments accordingly.
  5. Cultivate a habit of seeking God’s presence daily through prayer and scripture to grow in your love for Him.
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