How To Overcome Persistent Temptations with Rick Warren & Tom Holladay

saddleback.com/rethinkyourlife - We often get stuck in the same pattern when we’re tempted: good intentions, failure, and guilt. Maybe there are areas of your life you have habitually stumbled in, and you’re wondering how to get out of this cycle. In this message, Pastor Rick Warren shares that the key to overcoming temptation is not to resist it, but to rethink how you actually see temptation.
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(Temptations) (Overcome temptations) (Why am I tempted) (Temptations for Christians) (Christianity and temptation) (What to do about temptations) (Christian view of temptation) (God's view of temptation) (What is temptation) (Rethink temptation) (Refocus my life) (You need a small group) (You need community) (Know Scripture) (God is on your side) (God gives you strength) (Temptations are real) (You are not alone) (How does temptation work) (Temptation patterns)

[@Nitronerd]

Every teaching is on time. Thank God I found this man.

[@Onlinesully]

Plenty there to listen to

[@MyBeautifulSmile]

Yes sir!!!! Always on time! 💕❤️

[@Onlinesully]

My Beautiful Smile why was it in time ?

[@joshuaburgin5995]

Praise the lord. God is working through a man I’ve never heard of to save my life.

[@corinasumaransimien4578]

I keep going back to this sermon. Thank you!

[@annettemcvay4464]

thats. the second step after excepting Jesus in your life. Victory in Jesus. the foundation is being constructed. what a challenge in life. its. worth it tho. be strong. its never over. theres so much to do. dont worry with God all things are possible. im 55 and still making it. praise the Lord. Keeep riding. Saddle back.

[@traceydumase]

Finally finishing this episode. Perfect timing Lord, praise be to you! ❤️ May I put your word into practice through the power of the Holy Spirit. In Jesus name, AMEN!

[@JanCraneJOY]

I am bombarded by negative thoughts and I am being treated for Clinical Depression, anxiety, mood disorder. From my Psychiatrist WARNING me not to stop my drug treatment. Satan is always at my weakness, I am always putting on my armor of God. I have a flip file of verses to plant into my brain. I have been apart of CR, and I have the hope journal. I am in a good church. I need a on line community to connect with. Encouragement that will understand, mental illness. TY you all for your encouragement.

[@tojuprod.5803]

The joy of the Lord is your strength from today in Jesus name. May you eat your fill of the fruit of Joy through God's spirit that dwells in you. Amen.

[@clemenceishimwe4219]

I really thank God for this preaching, for it has now totally changed my life and I now feel forgiven and I’m starting a new life. Temptations were so hard for me to leave. And now I can feel the courage that I can make it. Thank you Rick warren

[@joshuafagans9562]

Amen Clemence Ishimwe

[@dustym.111]

#Amen

[@Cristian_Alfaro]

this is great to listen to when struggling with temptation

[@cce212]

I totaly agree with you. And this a good preaching lesson

[@helainegaray8205]

Very needful for me! It sounds RIDICULOUS that my greatest temptation is FOOD, but it is. About 6 months ago, i was 98 lbs., which was BAD, i could not gain a pound to save my life, no matter what terrible fattening foods i ate! I'd been quite ill. Now that I'm doing better, I'm still eating ALL those wrong foods. i just realized, IF not for THIS, I'd be doing SO much better, emotionally (cuz i wouldn't be beating myself up for giving in to temptation), better spiritually, (cuz i wouldn't have this between me & the Lord), physically, (cuz bad foods = bad health, especially for immune deficient people me). I'm embarrassed that gluttony is my sin, but maybe admitting it here, will also help. I'm feeding my (negative) emotions & i know better. Thank you, Pastor Rick, for all your relevant teachings!

[@JasonSmith-vd1sz]

Wow... what an awesome message! God bless you Pastor Rick!

[@pastorrickwarren8687]

Child of God Keep your dreams alive and let what God has in stock for you to materialize. God ministered to me when I was in your profile to see things around I saw God's favor, success, joy, breakthrough. Behind that I saw more spiritual attacks, setbacks, labouring in vain and accident from the enemies Understand to achieve anything requires faith and belief in yourself, vision, hard work, determination, and dedication. Remember all things are possible for those who believe. (2cor.9v6) you have to connect with the Lord in the realm of spirit by sowing a seed of faith to this ophanage (homeofgraceorphanage) within the space of three days and you will witness your portion In Jesus name amen......a supernatural turn around and finacial freedom. Contact or WhatsApp the M: D of the foundation, on ([phone]) or email them @ [e-mail] God has raised, healed and BLESSED many through these children (luk 6v38) As you believe and do so I pray that ALMIGHTY GOD will mutiply your income and cast away all the attacks in your life and I pray for divine Grace,,favor, protection AND Blessings shall be your portion in Jesus name Amen.........................................

[@lunashadow9942]

It's always good to learn how to deal with your negative emotions as well and learn positive, non-sinful self-soothing behaviors and self-talk! Obviously, in order to achieve this though, you have to go through God with honest prayer.

[@cailewilkinson7631]

I thank you Lord for what you do through pastor Rick ❤️♥️

[@pastorrickwarren8687]

Child of God Keep your dreams alive and let what God has in stock for you to materialize. God ministered to me when I was in your profile to see things around I saw God's favor, success, joy, breakthrough. Behind that I saw more spiritual attacks, setbacks, labouring in vain and accident from the enemies Understand to achieve anything requires faith and belief in yourself, vision, hard work, determination, and dedication. Remember all things are possible for those who believe. (2cor.9v6) you have to connect with the Lord in the realm of spirit by sowing a seed of faith to this ophanage (homeofgraceorphanage) within the space of three days and you will witness your portion In Jesus name amen......a supernatural turn around and finacial freedom. Contact or WhatsApp the M: D of the foundation, on ([phone]) or email them @ [e-mail] God has raised, healed and BLESSED many through these children (luk 6v38) As you believe and do so I pray that ALMIGHTY GOD will mutiply your income and cast away all the attacks in your life and I pray for divine Grace,,favor, protection AND Blessings shall be your portion in Jesus name Amen.........................................

[@joymicmicsayson3230]

THANK YOU GOD FOR THIS PASTOR! 💙

[@LEFTURNInc]

I absolutely love this man. Looking forward to more of what’s to come. Keep up the amazing service Rick!

[@christopherlee5682]

Great Sermon!

[@christjesusisthelivinggod]

PR. Rick warren and Tom, guys u are really great people, great men of God, through your sermons guys I have have totally changed my mind and now am a child of God, I belong to Christ Jesus, the son of God. Am no longer a slave of the devil , am a child of God, thank u men of God, we love u so much🤗🤗🤗🤗

[@thaimyestrada2809]

Thank you❤️❤️❤️❤️

[@appledoreman]

Rick Warren talks a lot of sense. Smart people listen!

[@Onlinesully]

regardless of religious beliefs, the messages are very important and useful.

[@manojgodasu7412]

Wonderful message, Blessed by your Message.

[@Lordcurzon321]

Pastor Rick thank you

[@jent1523]

Thank you so much for this sermon - love it! 🤗

[@user-yq7pg5ko4v]

Thank you for uploading.

[@susanh171]

Thank you so much Such good advice

[@tracycarter3972]

we really need a wonderful pastor like you in Malta

[@anicabee]

Thank you for this wonderful message, Pastor Rick and Tom. I needed this

[@shelleykerekanich904]

Be blessed by God rick

[@franciscaadjei910]

God bless you

[@treyflanigan1762]

Thank you Rick. This really helped.

[@Keepus]

Thank you Pastor Rick, this is what I really needed.

[@alexserrano9039]

Perfectly fits for me. Thank you, Pastor.

[@shelleykerekanich904]

Thank you

[@mylifemotivation5199]

Awesome GOD😍😇

[@sandeepjoshi56]

❤️❤️❤️ Thank you 🙏

[@Emiliaceuta]

very good sermon. Thank you

[@marylouhixson2423]

Just awesome! Thank you for being so real!

[@ForeverZoeful]

Thank you paster Rick you help me with a lot

[@endrankluvsda4loko172]

This is such a great study! Talking about what happens and why and giving practical steps to take to combat it is so helpful. Thank you for this message and posting it here!

[@chereeschuelka6116]

I am back to basics . Rick is great!!

[@Onlinesully]

the message is useful to keep one on a good life road, regardless of religion or beliefs.

[@bogdanabalanescu1196]

Amazing mesage.Thank you, pastor!

[@khrawbormiryngkhlem7425]

Thank you Rev.Rick this is an inspires message for me.,,.an I got it in the right time to rethinking about my temptation than enslaved me form eight or five years,.,.,.it touches me thank you again Rick God Bless you an your family,.,.,. Awesome

[@marilynrigg968]

God bless us all thank you so much saddleback church minister they explain the meaning the words of God that easy for me to understand

[@mart-mariedewet2159]

I love this ♥️

[@phillipdavis8089]

Hello my fellow warriors i need for yall to speak strength into my life. I have been struggling with one temptation for a long time. I tried on my own many times but i didnt invite God into the situation. So please pray for me. Thank you

[@joshuafagans9562]

I will Phillip I just wanted to say every time you feel tempted try reading the Bible I know it will help you brother , you are not alone I been there so many times you can win with Christ by your side I hope this help you God bless you

[@sondalukas7395]

We are together! We pray for you Philip Davis. God will give you victory to conquer any temptation! Trust the Lord.

[@fr.sebastianvadakumpadan2773]

It is a grate inspirational talk

[@PeachSweetxo]

Saved my life

[@lunashadow9942]

Amazing explanation! Thank you so much!

[@pastorrickwarren8687]

Child of God Keep your dreams alive and let what God has in stock for you to materialize. God ministered to me when I was in your profile to see things around I saw God's favor, success, joy, breakthrough. Behind that I saw more spiritual attacks, setbacks, labouring in vain and accident from the enemies Understand to achieve anything requires faith and belief in yourself, vision, hard work, determination, and dedication. Remember all things are possible for those who believe. (2cor.9v6) you have to connect with the Lord in the realm of spirit by sowing a seed of faith to this ophanage (homeofgraceorphanage) within the space of three days and you will witness your portion In Jesus name amen......a supernatural turn around and finacial freedom. Contact or WhatsApp the M: D of the foundation, on ([phone]) or email them @ [e-mail] God has raised, healed and BLESSED many through these children (luk 6v38) As you believe and do so I pray that ALMIGHTY GOD will mutiply your income and cast away all the attacks in your life and I pray for divine Grace,,favor, protection AND Blessings shall be your portion in Jesus name Amen.........................................

[@davewolf8869]

I find that resisting temptation just buries healthy desires. I think Rick is right with this. Healthy desires pushed down will continue to be corrupted until they are pulled out and dealt with in a healthy, godly way.

[@amandaguffey3128]

Thank you God bless you

[@tierrarichardson6129]

Best video, that gives practical steps to overcome the temptation of any form! I am so glad and blessed by this, this has helped me a lot!!

[@regenesisgroup8122]

God 🙏 bless Pastor Rick Warren for r we aching out to me at this age and time.....

[@thenewbeginning8346]

Thanks U ...

[@judithmoody1525]

Wow ❣️❣️just what i needed... An answer to...HELP❣️... BLESSINGS Pastor Rick and thanks too❣️❣️

[@chrisspivey9287]

i love the celebrate recovery and listen to them all daily i finish and start ovet it's amazing how i can make thru celebrate recovery but never AA or NA but thru Jesus Christ i can and did thank you Jesus for using pastor Rick and John baker

[@rangi0072]

Brilliant!

[@yuukadesuyeo]

Praise God for this message, very empowering

[@pastorrickwarren8687]

Child of God Keep your dreams alive and let what God has in stock for you to materialize. God ministered to me when I was in your profile to see things around I saw God's favor, success, joy, breakthrough. Behind that I saw more spiritual attacks, setbacks, labouring in vain and accident from the enemies Understand to achieve anything requires faith and belief in yourself, vision, hard work, determination, and dedication. Remember all things are possible for those who believe. (2cor.9v6) you have to connect with the Lord in the realm of spirit by sowing a seed of faith to this ophanage (homeofgraceorphanage) within the space of three days and you will witness your portion In Jesus name amen......a supernatural turn around and finacial freedom. Contact or WhatsApp the M: D of the foundation, on ([phone]) or email them @ [e-mail] God has raised, healed and BLESSED many through these children (luk 6v38) As you believe and do so I pray that ALMIGHTY GOD will mutiply your income and cast away all the attacks in your life and I pray for divine Grace,,favor, protection AND Blessings shall be your portion in Jesus name Amen.........................................

[@angelabailey8748]

Thank God for pastor Nick since I've been listening to your teaching my life has never been the same again the continue to give you and Tom more anointing and strengthen you to continue with the work of God in JESUS'S name amen

[@annettemcvay4464]

amen to that

[@be_motivated_daily]

Nice love it well done👍

[@davidchikwuba460]

Amazing

[@syambabuvudara2410]

Praise the lord

[@worldview730]

Amen, my God I seek your protection from all all unworthy temptations. 👍🙏😇

[@solidcypher7713]

🤔 the word is complete ...to fulfill a happy and fulfilling life....yes ...while your focused having seen all my activity and truths ....on reality....your hope my friend ...that word in your hands is enough 🍵

[@inhyekim2854]

Thank you, Paster Rick and Tom! Btw, Pastor Rick looks tired in this video compared to the previous one from last week :( I hope he has enough time to rest to stay healthy! God bless you!

[@Onlinesully]

he will be fine. he has a big team and resources.

[@martyflores8231]

A must when u feel disconnected

[@SauceWorldOrder]

Amen

[@rivernile6955]

Praise be to the name of Jesus Christ Amen!

[@orlanz]

I feel hopeless and worthless in everything and yet I'm very proud . What am I so proud about? And I'm still trying to understand the meaning of love. How can I love when I don't know what love is. I know the definition of love but I don't know whether I have it or not .

[@JD-kb6vm]

Thank you pastor rick, when will there be an east coast saddleback?

[@monaheshmatpour7017]

Pls pray for my daughters. Sanaz and talla

[@andiegreen2304]

I'm praying for your daughters pray for mine Camryn!

[@solidcypher7713]

If our desire to truly amend into this world we experience....to truly jump forward in the obviously evolving and dangerous world....we must use academics....and the most up to date and leading research on success and leadership ....this is for these leaders teaching perspective....not your flocks

[@warrenbalderama4518]

I'm in the brink and end of the the rope while listening to this 🙏 But God is on my side 1 Corinthians 10:13 I'm alive again

[@pastorrickwarren8687]

Child of God Keep your dreams alive and let what God has in stock for you to materialize. God ministered to me when I was in your profile to see things around I saw God's favor, success, joy, breakthrough. Behind that I saw more spiritual attacks, setbacks, labouring in vain and accident from the enemies Understand to achieve anything requires faith and belief in yourself, vision, hard work, determination, and dedication. Remember all things are possible for those who believe. (2cor.9v6) you have to connect with the Lord in the realm of spirit by sowing a seed of faith to this ophanage (homeofgraceorphanage) within the space of three days and you will witness your portion In Jesus name amen......a supernatural turn around and finacial freedom. Contact or WhatsApp the M: D of the foundation, on ([phone]) or email them @ [e-mail] God has raised, healed and BLESSED many through these children (luk 6v38) As you believe and do so I pray that ALMIGHTY GOD will mutiply your income and cast away all the attacks in your life and I pray for divine Grace,,favor, protection AND Blessings shall be your portion in Jesus name Amen.........................................

[@8xtractz432]

Amen my fellow warrior in Christ !!! Be strong in the Lord and in the power of His Might. #GodIsInMyHeadAgain

[@Ronalee]

💛

[@ryanadamtexas]

Thanks Rick I needed this. Can you come talk in Houston? I'm sure Jeremy foster would host you?

[@pastorrickwarren8687]

Child of God Keep your dreams alive and let what God has in stock for you to materialize. God ministered to me when I was in your profile to see things around I saw God's favor, success, joy, breakthrough. Behind that I saw more spiritual attacks, setbacks, labouring in vain and accident from the enemies Understand to achieve anything requires faith and belief in yourself, vision, hard work, determination, and dedication. Remember all things are possible for those who believe. (2cor.9v6) you have to connect with the Lord in the realm of spirit by sowing a seed of faith to this ophanage (homeofgraceorphanage) within the space of three days and you will witness your portion In Jesus name amen......a supernatural turn around and finacial freedom. Contact or WhatsApp the M: D of the foundation, on ([phone]) or email them @ [e-mail] God has raised, healed and BLESSED many through these children (luk 6v38) As you believe and do so I pray that ALMIGHTY GOD will mutiply your income and cast away all the attacks in your life and I pray for divine Grace,,favor, protection AND Blessings shall be your portion in Jesus name Amen.........................................

[@dustym.111]

Fake 👆👆👆👆👆 Too many people in Africa trying to take our hard earned money

[@annettemcvay4464]

amen to that😅

[@Jalen_Milroe]

Common Ricky W W

[@william1863]

Why does our Lord say : Count it all joy when diverse temptations and trials come for it is for the perfecting of your soul ? Resist and trust Christ , he paid it all but that makes me sad that I let him down for I Love him. And Jesus said then stay in my Word and spend even more time with me.

[@tojuprod.5803]

I got 8 points. But I trust my Redeemer.

[@donscottjr.8443]

Rick and Tom (my beloved brothers) thank you..thank you men of God. I have never heard about refocus the thoughts of lust..anger, etc. and thinking on something else (the Word of God) to replace it. I was told to "resist" them. Along with other points "recognizing" patterns I continue to do. Thank you!......

[@Tracy-_Nguyen]

How do I have the outline for the lesson? Thank you.

[@Onlinesully]

the part about sharing it with somebody else sure does help, but need to be careful who we talk to.

[@annawallace4629]

I scored 2 points and have been in this emotional mess for months

[@matthewleitch2458]

God will help us all overcome, even if it takes forever coming from the most difficult position

[@joshuafagans9562]

I will pray for you

[@annawallace4629]

We lost our son 22 months ago. He had just turned 28. Then my dad passed. We had to move. I’m no longer employed. We appreciate your prayers. Thank you.

[@JanCraneJOY]

Does Saddleback have a web site to get the message notes? I learn so much from Rick and the other Pastors.

[@alexbridenbaker9261]

Saddleback.com

[@portialiau7407]

*了解敵人如何運作(錯誤的慾望 ,質疑神,) *明白自己的弱點 (負面思想, 情緒, *明白自己被誘惑模式 *真理的寶劍( may day help , 神的話 Psalm 119:11 I've banked your promises in the vault of my heart so I won't sin myself bankrupt.) *移轉注意力 not resist, but refocus *加入小組 *神永遠都在

[@saraiflores1114]

Does anyone know where we can find more information about Pastor Rick’s experience in Nagasaki Japan? I’m currently living in Japan and trying to plant a church here, and I’d love to hear about his experiences!

[@Onlinesully]

how's it going with that ? good I hope. do you have others helping. love to hear more about it. take care.

[@markchristopher2signal2]

this made me laugh.. Tom's laugh makes me laugh..

[@sandramcmann4720]

I’m in trouble because my memory is leaving me over time. I try so hard.

[@gibzotta]

God bless you! Sending prayers.

[@susanfanning9480]

Said a prayer for you. God bless you.

[@robertross5442]

How do we memorize so many versions of tte bible

[@diannepringle3414]

Which bible does Pastor Rick read from???

[@danielrodriguesdeoliveiraq7298]

Please, subtitles

[@anniemiramontes1690]

Tap the video and in the upper right corner click on the three dots and select closed captions and you should have subtitles

[@annettemcvay4464]

walking through fire without getting burned. ***

[@Onlinesully]

are online communities really going to help someone feel connected. I'm not sure.

[@manisundarperumalla5668]

pastor u said that Jesus was tempted by lust...can u give the scripture or reference to that point??

[@manisundarperumalla5668]

@@IMPACTPodcasterAcademy ..ya i too read the scripture but my question is that there is any incident in the bible mentioned that jesus was tempted by lust??...i found it no where

[@manisundarperumalla5668]

@@IMPACTPodcasterAcademy thank you ..😃😃...

[@MichaelTLane-cu1rj]

@Andreea Palici It’s odd that you get to pick and choose the temptations. You shaking a stick so forcefully at lust, but then being ok with anger, hate and desire of power (lust for power?) says more about your preconceptions than anything. Because, really, you can’t say anyone is “pure” if they are tempted by hate and power desire. Or it could be temptation is a part of the material body, which Christ took, and it is not temptation that is the sin but the acting upon it and doing of it that is. In which case, it wouldn’t matter what temptations He faced. If He never acted on any, He would be without sin. However, scripturally, if He is claimed to have been tempted by all that we are also tempted by, lust would be part of that, no matter how uncomfortable it makes you feel.

[@dnice626]

At 12-13 😞

[@tierrarichardson6129]

TAKE NOTES everyone, you can not remember this just by hearing it. (At least I can't) lol

[@walidhoyek6758]

Very intellectualized for me i, am not saying that its not a great sermon but seems every time i hear rick that i l9ve and respect i feel burdened and incompetent. The goals and efforts that are asked are way too hard and hight to accomplish.

[@jennifernewland1851]

Whenever I feel that way, I understand it is God’s Holy Spirit I’m getting my attention on realizing where I am. It’s all a progressive sanctification. I pray more about why I feel incompetent and it is typically revealed to me.

[@walidhoyek6758]

@@jennifernewland1851 thank u for your reply

[@shaianneang5457]

You can do it💪✝️

[@briandol7474]

Great teaching... but avoiding alcohol is easier than avoiding porn... We have access to porn everywhere. A porn addict is like an alcoholic who always has a bottle of rum in his pocket... its overwhelming

[@calebniederhofer6529]

Block it on the computer, turn filters on the phone. Both are addictions.

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thanks for new guy but stop the forced laughing....haha

[@Onlinesully]

oops

[@gloirechabu4053]

Thank you

[@josecarlosramos-gomez853]

Amen