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Overcoming the Seven Deadly Sins with God's Help

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"Father God, please guide me as I write this article based on Your Word. Help me to write this to glorify You, and let Your words bring clarity to those who seek You. May Your truth help people discern and embrace correct beliefs. I pray and seek everything in the name of our Lord and Saviour, Jesus Christ. Amen." Hi there my Brothers and Sisters in Christ! As Christians, we are called to live a holy life, but we often find ourselves struggling with sin. The Seven Deadly Sins—pride, envy, wrath, sloth, greed, gluttony, and lust—are particularly challenging. However, we are not alone in this struggle. The Holy Spirit helps us overcome sin, picking us up from our fallen state and restoring us. Although we should strive to refrain from sin, it is not the end of the world if we falter. There is always hope in the redemptive work of the cross. Let's explore how we can overcome each of these sins with God's help. 1. Pride Pride is the excessive belief in one's abilit

Struggling with Gluttony

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"Father God, please guide me as I write this article based on Your Word. Help me to write this to glorify You, and let Your words bring clarity to those who seek You. May Your truth help people discern and embrace correct beliefs. I pray and seek everything in the name of our Lord and Saviour, Jesus Christ. Amen." Hi there my Brothers and Sisters in Christ! I want to share with you a personal struggle that, although it may seem harmless in our current age, is still relevant and one of the deadliest sins—gluttony. Diving in For a long time, I considered myself a foodie. I loved trying new restaurants, indulging in buffet dinners, and savoring every bite of delicious food. It seemed innocent enough, just a way to enjoy life. But over time, I realized it had its own ill effects. I was living life the way I wanted, without considering the bigger picture. A Revelation from God I hadn’t really prayed about my eating habits, but God, out of His abundant mercy, revealed to me my

Struggling with Pride

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"Father God, please guide me as I write this article based on Your Word. Help me to write this to glorify You, and let Your words bring clarity to those who seek You. May Your truth help people discern and embrace correct beliefs. I pray and seek everything in the name of our Lord and Saviour, Jesus Christ. Amen." Hi there my Brothers and Sisters in Christ! Today, I want to talk about a sin that often goes unnoticed but has a profound impact on our spiritual lives—pride. I have earlier written an article on this topic. Pride is a subtle yet destructive force that can lead us away from God and create barriers in our relationships. My journey through this struggle has been challenging, but through God's grace, I have found the path to humility and spiritual growth. Understanding the Gravity of Pride Pride isn’t just a feeling of self-importance; it’s a deep-rooted sin that separates us from God. The Bible clearly warns us about the dangers of pride. Proverbs 16:18 states

Struggling with Wrath

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"Father God, please guide me as I write this article based on Your Word. Help me to write this to glorify You, and let Your words bring clarity to those who seek You. May Your truth help people discern and embrace correct beliefs. I pray and seek everything in the name of our Lord and Saviour, Jesus Christ. Amen." Hi there my Brothers and Sisters in Christ! Today, I want to share my journey with a sin that is often explosive and destructive—wrath. Wrath is an intense form of anger that can lead to harmful actions and words. It's a sin that can consume us and damage our relationships, but through God's grace, we can find peace and healing. Understanding the Gravity of Wrath Wrath is more than just anger; it’s an uncontrolled and vengeful emotion. The Bible warns us about the dangers of wrath. In James 1:19-20, we read, “My dear brothers and sisters, take note of this: Everyone should be quick to listen, slow to speak and slow to become angry, because human anger does

Struggling with Lust

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"Father God, please guide me as I write this article based on Your Word. Help me to write this to glorify You, and let Your words bring clarity to those who seek You. May Your truth help people discern and embrace correct beliefs. I pray and seek everything in the name of our Lord and Saviour, Jesus Christ. Amen." Hi there my Brothers and Sisters in Christ! Today, I want to open up about a struggle that many of us face but often feel ashamed to discuss—lust. Lust is a powerful and pervasive sin that can deeply affect our hearts, minds, and relationships. My journey through this struggle has been difficult, but through God's grace, I have found hope and healing. Understanding the Gravity of Lust Lust isn’t just about physical desire; it’s about a deep-seated issue of the heart. Jesus speaks about this in Matthew 5:28, saying, “But I tell you that anyone who looks at a woman lustfully has already committed adultery with her in his heart.” This scripture highlights that lu

Struggling with Sloth

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"Father God, please guide me as I write this article based on Your Word. Help me to write this to glorify You, and let Your words bring clarity to those who seek You. May Your truth help people discern and embrace correct beliefs. I pray and seek everything in the name of our Lord and Saviour, Jesus Christ. Amen." Hi there my Brothers and Sisters in Christ! Today, I want to talk about a sin that is often overlooked and considered “soft” compared to others—sloth. Sloth, or spiritual laziness, might seem like it only affects oneself, but its gravity and the struggle to overcome it are just as challenging as any other sin. Despite its quiet nature, sloth can hinder our spiritual growth and separate us from God. My journey through this struggle has taught me valuable lessons, and I hope to share them with you. Understanding the Gravity of Sloth Sloth isn’t just about physical laziness. It’s about a lack of spiritual fervour, an indifference to our spiritual duties, and a neglec

Struggling with Envy

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"Father God, please guide me as I write this article based on Your Word. Help me to write this to glorify You, and let Your words bring clarity to those who seek You. May Your truth help people discern and embrace correct beliefs. I pray and seek everything in the name of our Lord and Saviour, Jesus Christ. Amen." Hi there my Brothers and Sisters in Christ! Today, I want to share a personal struggle that has quietly but persistently shadowed many of us—envy. It’s a sin that can creep into our hearts unnoticed, causing turmoil and discontentment. Despite knowing its destructive nature, I often found myself grappling with envy, even when reading the Bible. I would empathize with Cain, feeling a strange connection to his story, despite the grave nature of his sin. The Subtle Nature of Envy Envy isn’t always loud and obvious. Sometimes it starts as a whisper, a small voice that compares your life to others’. For me, it began with noticing what others had that I didn’t—a bette

Struggling with Greed

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"Father God, please guide me as I write this article based on Your Word. Help me to write this to glorify You, and let Your words bring clarity to those who seek You. May Your truth help people discern and embrace correct beliefs. I pray and seek everything in the name of our Lord and Saviour, Jesus Christ. Amen." Hi there my Brothers and Sisters in Christ! Hello dear friends in Christ. Today, I want to share my journey with a sin that often goes unnoticed but has significant consequences—greed. Greed is the excessive desire for more, whether it's money, possessions, or power. It’s a sin that can consume us and steer us away from God's purpose. My struggle with greed has been a long and difficult road, but through God's grace, I have learned valuable lessons about contentment and generosity. The Insidious Nature of Greed Greed isn’t always obvious. It can start with a simple desire for a better lifestyle or more recognition. For me, it began with wanting a high

Seven Deadly Sins

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"Father God, please guide me as I write this article based on Your Word. Help me to write this to glorify You, and let Your words bring clarity to those who seek You. May Your truth help people discern and embrace correct beliefs. I pray and seek everything in the name of our Lord and Saviour, Jesus Christ. Amen." Hi there my Brothers and Sisters in Christ! Today, I want to delve into a topic that has been a central theme in Christian teachings for centuries—the Seven Deadly Sins. These sins are considered the root of all other sins and vices. They represent the fundamental moral flaws that lead us away from God. Understanding them is crucial for our spiritual growth and relationship with God. 1. Pride Pride is often viewed as the most serious of the deadly sins. It is the excessive belief in one's abilities, which interferes with the individual's recognition of the grace of God. Proverbs 16:18 warns us, "Pride goes before destruction, a haughty spirit before a

Am I Really Called for His Kingdom? - Revisiting thoughts

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"Father God, please guide me as I write this article based on Your Word. Help me to write this to glorify You, and let Your words bring clarity to those who seek You. May Your truth help people discern and embrace correct beliefs. I pray and seek everything in the name of our Lord and Saviour, Jesus Christ. Amen." Hi there my Brothers and Sisters in Christ! Have you ever felt like you're stuck in a pit of self-doubt, questioning your very existence? Like, am I really called to serve the King of Kings? Do I have what it takes to be part of His Kingdom? I know I'm not alone in this struggle. Many of us have been there at some point or another – feeling like we're just winging it, pretending to be something we're not. It's as if the enemy whispers sweet nothings in our ears: "You're not good enough," "You're not worthy," or "You're just a fake Christian." Ouch! Those words can pierce our souls and leave us feeli

Importance of Church

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  "Father God, please guide me as I write this article based on Your Word. Help me to write this to glorify You, and let Your words bring clarity to those who seek You. May Your truth help people discern and embrace correct beliefs. I pray and seek everything in the name of our Lord and Saviour, Jesus Christ. Amen." As we struggle with our lives in the intense conditions of contemporary society, for most of us, among the top ten of our priority of life, a church never finds a place anymore.. We might just be disappointed with organized religion or may be even think we can get to God better on our own. But whatever the reason, it would be wise to acknowledge the depth of impact losing the church has on our spiritual life and how we practically live out life on the day to day. In a world where individualism is often celebrated, it's easy to forget that faith is not meant to be lived in isolation. The Bible reminds us that "just as a body, though one, has many parts;

If God created everything? Did He created Sin?

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"Father God, please guide me as I write this article based on Your Word. Help me to write this to glorify You, and let Your words bring clarity to those who seek You. May Your truth help people discern and embrace correct beliefs. I pray and seek everything in the name of our Lord and Saviour, Jesus Christ. Amen." One of the most fundamental questions in Christianity is whether God created sin itself. At first glance, this might seem like a trivial matter – after all, isn't sin simply the absence of righteousness? But as we delve deeper into Scripture and theology, we find ourselves confronting a profound paradox. On one hand, the Bible clearly teaches that God created everything – including the universe, humans, and even evil itself. Psalm 139:13-16 declares, "For you formed my inward parts; you knitted me together in my mother's womb. I praise you because I am fearfully and wonderfully made. Your eyes saw my unformed body; all my days were written in you

What is Not Salvation

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"Father God, please guide me as I write this article based on Your Word. Help me to write this to glorify You, and let Your words bring clarity to those who seek You. May Your truth help people discern and embrace correct beliefs. I pray and seek everything in the name of our Lord and Saviour, Jesus Christ. Amen." As Christians, we're often eager to share the Good News of Jesus Christ with others. And rightfully so! The Bible tells us that God so loved the world that He gave His only begotten Son, that whoever believes in Him should not perish but have eternal life (John 3:16). However, as we seek to minister to those around us, it's essential that we're clear on what salvation is – and more importantly, what it's not.  In this article, we'll take a closer look at some common misconceptions about salvation. We'll explore what the Bible says about true salvation and examine some false assurances that can lead people astray. Let's dive in! What S

Jealousy towards people who took later salvation later

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"Father God, please guide me as I write this article based on Your Word. Help me to write this to glorify You, and let Your words bring clarity to those who seek You. May Your truth help people discern and embrace correct beliefs. I pray and seek everything in the name of our Lord and Saviour, Jesus Christ. Amen." Hi there my Brothers and Sisters in Christ! In my walk with Christ, I recently experienced a profound transformation in my understanding of what it means to follow Him. For a long time, I harbored feelings of jealousy towards those who came to know Christ later in life. It was as if I saw myself in the role of the obedient son in the parable of the prodigal son (Luke 15:11-32), feeling slighted by the celebration of the returnees. This mindset, however, was rooted in a deeper misunderstanding of my faith. A Reflection on My Early Christian Life Growing up, I was surrounded by the love and teachings of Christ from a young age. My family was devout, and my chil