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#61 - Understanding Temptation: The War Within Your Heart (Dr. Shaw)
#61 - Understanding Temptation: The War Within Your Heart (Dr. Shaw)
#61 - Understanding Temptation: The War Within Your Heart (Dr. Shaw)
Thursday 3rd September 2020
Dr. Mark E. Shaw discusses the internal battle of temptation and the role of faith in overcoming it on 'The Addiction Connection Podcast'.
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Get the buttons here!Understanding Temptation: The Inner Struggle with Dr. Mark E. Shaw
We're operating as though we're god, we're in charge, we're good and we know what's best. It can be a good thing, it's just a strong desire. But what we're talking about here in this podcast is the temptation that you can do anything you want to do without limits, and that's lust of the flesh.
Have you ever wondered why resisting temptation feels like a constant battle? In this episode of 'The Addiction Connection Podcast', Dr. Mark E. Shaw dives deep into the heart of temptation, drawing from his booklet 'Understanding Temptation: The War Within Your Heart'. He explores the three fundamental ways we all face temptation: the lust of the flesh, the lust of the eyes, and the pride of life, as highlighted in 1 John 2:15-17. Dr.
Shaw explains that addiction often stems from a place of unbelief, where we doubt God and rely solely on ourselves. He emphasizes that while having strong desires isn't inherently wrong, stepping outside God's boundaries can lead to doubt and negative consequences. Through personal anecdotes and scriptural references, Dr. Shaw sheds light on how maintaining faith, respecting divine boundaries, and striving for excellence can help us overcome these internal battles.
This episode is not just for those struggling with addiction but for anyone seeking to understand and combat temptation in their lives.