Step Six in Recovery: Trusting God to Remove Character Defects
Instead of submitting ourselves to our addictions, we submit ourselves to God. Instead of submitting ourselves to sin, we resist it in the power of the Holy Spirit, who resides in us.
Feeling stuck in your recovery journey? Pastor Jim Nihiser offers a fresh perspective on Step Six in this episode of 'Joyful Recovery in Christ'. Are you truly ready for God to remove all your character defects? It's a question that digs deep into our spiritual and emotional readiness. Pastor Jim explores why we often cling to our addictions and dependencies, even when we know they harm us.
He emphasizes the importance of trusting God fully and letting go of behaviors that give us a false sense of security. Instead of submitting to sin, Pastor Jim encourages listeners to resist it through the power of the Holy Spirit. The episode highlights the biblical teaching that our lives are best focused on Jesus and our faith, rather than on our flaws and dependencies.
By keeping our eyes on Christ, we can break free from the muck and mire that hold us back. Pastor Jim reminds us that we are not alone in this journey. God's promise is clear: when we draw near to Him, He will draw near to us. Tune in to 'Joyful Recovery in Christ' for an insightful discussion on how to resist sin and submit yourself fully to God.