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Bible Verses to help overcome worldly addictions

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ADDICTION As long as we live on earth, there will always be an attraction to the things of this word. Due to the fact that we live in a corrupt world that despises godliness, we must remain vigilant and persistent in our prayers for all believers everywhere. As believers we are called to pray in the Spirit at all times and on every occasion so as not to fall into temptation as a result of our sinful nature. "Pray in the Spirit at all times and on every occasion. Stay alert and be persistent in your prayers for all believers everywhere." Ephesians 6:18 Believers may battle with a variety of addictions, including those to food, social media, drugs, alcohol, pornography, and sex, to name a few. Through the power of his spirit, Christ has freed us from the yoke of our materialistic cravings. Here are a few scriptures that can help us fight addiction. 1 Corinthians 6:12 "You say, “I am allowed to do anything”—but not everything is good for you. And even though “I am allowed t

The Purpose of Prayer

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    The Purpose of Prayer In the Bible, God urges humans to pray several times. Why, then, should we pray? What is the significance of prayer in our lives? This is a question that many Christians, as well as people of other religions, have asked. What is the sense of prayer if God oversees both human history and individual lives? Understanding what prayer is is essential to discovering the solution. What is prayer If you view prayer as a means of establishing control over your you will be worried and agitated by what appears to be unanswered prayer. However, if you consider prayer to be an ongoing dialogue with God, you'll realize there is no such thing as an unanswered prayer God may choose not to do what you request when you request it. You may have times when you struggle to hear what He is saying for a variety of reasons. It is indeed difficult to hear no, or even not yet, to what seems to be a good and valid request. However, if prayer is first and foremost a conversation betw

Living to please God

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How to please God We were created to bring God glory in everything we do. We are here on earth as temporary ambassadors for God's Kingdom, so how we live our lives must please God. Rejoice, Pray and Give Thanks constantly "Always be joyful. Never stop praying. Be thankful in all circumstances, for this is God’s will for you who belong to Christ Jesus."  (1 Thessalonians 5:16-18) We can't please God unless we have a relationship with him. When we are in constant communication with God internally in joyful prayer with thanksgiving, we please Him. In life there is always something to be thankful for. Let us be still and quiet, allowing our spirits to connect with God's Holy Spirit, as this will please God. Study the Word "You have been taught the holy Scriptures from childhood, and they have given you the wisdom to receive the salvation that comes by trusting in Christ Jesus."  (2 Timothy 3:15) Through the bible, we gain wisdom by viewing life through God&#