The Secret to Breaking Sin's Grip on Your Life

[@JohnBevereTV]

What specific area of your life needs to be surrendered to God's control?

[@reginamaharaj4015]

Every area of my life .

[@savannahferguson9473]

Drinking and vaping

[@eniolaelisery1503]

@@reginamaharaj4015Real

[@th3rumproast]

Shut up.

[@andredya9867]

Sexual are

[@GeekCharmiing56]

Up until a few months ago, I struggled so heavily with lust and porn. I would pray to God to help me not want it each time, but I still struggled. It was a few months ago that just as John described, I made the decision that I was done and was giving it completely to God and He took it away. There was a small part of me that still liked it, but once I decided to crucify my flesh, it was gone. It is definitely crucial to get yourself in His Word. Praise God!

[@richardsoderkvist6383]

Thank-you very much for your video talk message.Thank and praise God it's all very inspirational meaningful helpful possitive comforting very encouraging to our faith and walk salvation deliverance freedom and overcoming victory in the Lord Jesus Christ Amen. God bless you. Amen.

[@jamesarmstrong4301]

I had the exact same experience a couple of months ago. Amen, praise God, hallelujah!!!!

[@Natalie-Clarified]

Recently, there was a particular sin that I was struggling with also, and God spoke to me through his word and the scripture he gave me said (tremble and do not sin) I took that word to heart and day after day, reminded myself to tremble, but also not to send in this particular way, it has been extremely helpful, I think it is so important for believers that we never disregard the fear of the Lord

[@rebeleyessmith9270]

How do I crucify my flesh?

[@FaithGardener]

Thank you for sharing. The Word does say confess your sins one to another. This is still a current issue of mine. I can go long periods of time, and then ultimately screw up. I have broke other addictions, but this one is different, as scripture also talks about. I know God's Word so well, been a Christian for a long time. I had victory for a long time but was taken advantage of by a woman and it damaged me and ever since I have struggled. I know I love Him, but somehow I allow myself to do things that allow me to take Satan's bait. Turning a page, my studies have brought me to the same conclusion as this and the previous podcast Paul did on Can you lose your salvation. I am pursuing God differently and I know things will be different. God is good!

[@amalalnukari632]

Now I Got the answer why I could not leave Cigarettes even though I’ve tried many many times . The answer is „I still like it“. Thank you so much God . I got rid of all the cigarettes in the trash cans . and I chose not to be salve . I choose to walk the walk with Jesus. God bless you ❤ love you in Christ. Pray for me . 🙏 i want to serve only the Lord

[@nicksmartialarts9236]

There are a lot of preacher's with a lot of knowledge, but when they speak I can't see Jesus. John you radiat His Spirit. Thank you for blessing me by you living out the calling on your life.

[@CherylSpottedBear]

My pastor taught us this prayer Lord help me to be willing where I am not!

[@MahlodiBlessingsTjale]

Literally a few seconds into the video and my hearts already being cut with conviction, now this is the kind of medicine I need.

[@MrJimimac77]

God bless you, John Bevere. You've helped resurrect me and brought me back from the dead. God is using you in wonderful ways.

[@Redeemer_80]

This is exactly what I needed to hear and I have had to accept that I have liked my sinning and was waiting for God to deliver me from it. I now repent from the desires of my flesh and now commit my desire to be made new in the spirit of righteousness, being made holy.

[@Wilsonlop7]

Lust of the eyes 👀 , lust of the flesh & my tongue at times speaks bad. I ask Him for new heart & must surrender totally pray for me please God bless you all humbly I say this 🙏🏼🙌🏼🙏🏼

[@markpinchotti8173]

Jesus revealed Himself to me in this passage. I was born again reading it!

[@Xman-j3p]

All glory to God! Amen and Amen

[@Hayden734]

Welcome 🎉 ❤

[@ayakangeth860]

You have to be baptised to be born again John 3:5, Jesus says unless a man is born of water and of the Spirit, he cannot see the kingdom of God.

[@lq4657]

​@@ayakangeth860water is natural birth. Born of the spirit is being saved by Jesus

[@AndreiIsayeu-o9s]

Mark 16:16

[@SusieBound4Heaven]

I know this was broadcast almost 1 months ago. But I've been passing it by and scrolling past. At church today, our Pastor's message helped the Holy Spirit convict me on SEVERAL things. I am not mad about that! I am not upset! I NEEDED to hear the things he was teaching on! But now....NOW I have to do some things! The first thing I must do is LET GOD BE GOD! I NEED TO GET OUT OF HIS WAY! My "work" can't fix me! I'm almost 59 years old and I finally get that! My first step is getting into His WORD! And stay there! My life will reflect what I fill it with! Lord I am not my own master. I am a slave to sin, but I KNOW you are doing a work in me so that I can glorify YOU! I am becoming a Kingdom worker!!! PRAISE GOD!

[@Cnhurley123Hurley]

People VERY OFTEN use the excuse, "well, we all sin". Dangerous thinking.

[@kimwestwood8840]

We ALL do sin, its in the flesh. The sin inside is of us is removed and replaced with a new heart, blameless before God. 1 John 3:8-9

[@epiphanyvideomarketing7541]

But we do lol. We all fall short, as Paul says.

[@Xman-j3p]

It depends on what is the heart of that person. If that person repents of his/her sin then you can see the fruits of God

[@elmzlopez4893]

​@@epiphanyvideomarketing7541make mistakes, yes, but no longer slaves to sin.

[@Cnhurley123Hurley]

@donovan7177 My point is that I don't use it as an excuse.

[@markmccarthy7887]

You don’t need to believe in yourself..believe in Jesus and he will make you believe you can do all things through him.

[@kingjesusreigns]

Seek The Lord *and* HIS *STRENGTH*, seek His Presence *continually* . Psalm 105:3-4 Pray *without ceasing* . 1Thes. 5:17 The Lord is blessing & strengthening me in & through these. Hope He uses them to bless & strengthen you too. 💕

[@melodyharter9885]

How can you make yourself not like your sin? To me it’s falling in love with Jesus and it’s not wanting to hurt who you love, but there is times sin feels so powerful, and that’s when you need to know and say Lord I cant but you can because all Victory is yours because of what you have done and Then as your focus is on Jesus ( who he is & what he has done) the supernatural power of the Holyspirit goes to work. So then the power of sin is powerless. Then changes begins Total dependence A true born believer hate sin and hate when they sin. They want to repent quickly. (Not by obligation)

[@jenniferfinney7533]

Amen Glory be to God.

[@jenniferfinney7533]

The Lord is changing my heart more and more everyday for Him I eat to serve. Not my weak flesh I'm def. Nor perfect, not even good but the LORD and his Truth is perfection.

[@chrissmith8198]

What do you mean not by obligatiin? People literally preach repent or go to hell

[@chrissmith8198]

Not everyone sees Him as loving daddy Some seeing it as working for a boss or even being owned

[@HatoshaSyiem]

Wow this just open my mind....so yeah if we love somebody we don't want to hurt that person.....

[@benjamingames8709]

I've watched several podcasts and sermons. Conviction just led me to subscribe. I can't wait to hear more. Thank you God. Christ is King and Lord

[@RealCOCC]

This is what I have been looking for. Thank you so much for the discussion.

[@ur4givn]

Love it ❤️!!! UNDERSOLD GRACE!!! Holiness isn't the way to Christ, but Christ is The Way to Holiness. He enpowers us... Who denys the power of transformation? Those with "a form of godliness." Get into the Bronco and DRIVE!!! ESCAPE ⚡ D A N G E R ⚡

[@Smoothgrooves]

In dealing with lust and porn and such I am successful and find freedom but I can get past a certain point and walk free in it . I declare I will be free in this area. If I keep pouring into Jesus relying on His grace He will overcome in me .i wish it were easier lol

[@CJane1978]

May I ask for prayer regarding my son whose addicted to computer gaming and smoking weed. 🙌🏻 He’s a good guy just lost rn in not knowing what to do with his life. 26yrs old and needs prayer.

[@ryancadek]

Lord Jesus, we come before you asking that you may pave out the path for your daughters child here Lord. May you guide him in his ways and bring ultimate deliverance from any addictions that fill his heart. God, may His heart seek you and may He find you in your beautiful glory. Lord God, we ask for witnesses to plant and water seeds in this young man's life and we ask Lord that you may allow growth to occur Lord God. May this growth occur on good soil! Lord Jesus, thank you for the heart of your daughter here, and may she be a blessing in her son's life and help lead him to know you! God, may you bless this family and bring them an intense amount of joy and peace. It's in your name we pray Lord Jesus, amen!

[@greenegirllifestyles]

​@ryancadek Amen, I stand in agreement in Jesus name.

[@MegaC3600]

I pray in the name of Jesus for the deliverance of your son into His holiness. Have you showed him scripture? Psalm 22 and Isaiah 53 both talk about the crucifixion and the power of God, hundreds of years before Jesus ever lived!

[@MRSJAYEBROWN]

@ryancadekin Jesus name amen.

[@ramonafredericks6122]

Stick verses on all those things search for verses of freedom and verses that cut the enemy hold. And renewing of the mind. Let the word go to work

[@benztruck1936]

Your videos are great. Really good. Thanks God for making John and his son. Keep it up. We love you, God.

[@trisilachyne6675]

Please pray for me i am struggles with my sins

[@ryanpatterson9526]

I love this podcast! You must be the proudest Papa in the world. Arden is such an impressive young man!

[@jaynecestafford8733]

These episodes get better and better each week. So much truth spoken! Appreciate your lives and ministry! God bless you both!

[@janeausten2773]

He is a shining example of the difference between a gifted teacher and an anointed teacher. Clearly anointed! I love it!

[@briantfunkfunk3770]

John you are a gifted annointed teacher/prophet of God!! thank you for doing these podcasts with your son. and for your 40 years of ministry !

[@A-uz3uj]

Thank you I’ve been called a devil and I’ve seen other people be called devils (For some reason, I’ve noticed that’s a common practice with the hyper grace movement) for saying that we must repent, Walk by the spirit, do good works prepared for us, bear fruit, be sanctified, having faith that is alive resulting in good works (all with the help of the Holy Spirt, Jesus, and the Father). They are accusing anyone saying that, of works based salvation even if we say we do not earn our salvation by our good works but we if we have true and alive faith, it must result in changes and good works.

[@toniachantell8002]

Answering the question of 'once saved always saved'. Well explained.

[@phemelomolefe9968]

I thank the Lord all mighty for this podcast. I now understand why I've not been able to shake the grasp of death from me.

[@Casie_Jo]

I am enjoying every single podcast John! this is my kind of podcast! God bless you and your work for the Kingdom! May you prosper and may the potential of this podcast accelerate forward, may you connect to people of all different walks of life and may the grip of sin be removed from those listening in Jesus name amen

[@meltingtime3571]

I'm so glad to see you and your son live this morning. 😊 Thank you for your continual revelation and sharing of God's word. ❤💯 🔥

[@bobbybwalya]

I love you John Bevere and GOD'S impact through you and your family and ministry team has reached us. Thank you keep serving GOD in the Fear of The LORD

[@fritzerasmus]

God delivers us from our enemies, not our friends.

[@paulacraig5656]

Such a powerful message!

[@MinistryGiftDeafSeer]

🤯❤This is so good!

[@MinistryGiftDeafSeer]

Exactly! I lived many years in slave to sin…pornography mainly. When I pray and fast for God to revealed me the truth, he answered and he manifested Himself to me. I was awestruck. Because of this experience, I pursue holiness and walk in the Spirit. I want to do what He wants. I no longer receives grace in vain. I want more of Jesus everyday. I am no longer spiritually dry because I thirst for righteousness. The enemy shall find no “waterless places” in me. Hallelujah!

[@laxi8305]

Love how confident Arden is getting on the podcast!

[@hueyjoseph4526]

Awesome Wors ! Bro. John & your Son !

[@LearningscratchwithMrElysé]

You're such a blessing pastor, thank you very much

[@madelinerose10]

All of it. I give it all to God🙏🏻💙

[@ottoturunen81]

This was good teaching. Thank you pastor John Bevere and Arden! And also greetings from Finland. Have listened to many of your episodes and been very edified.

[@freeborn7]

Glory to God! What a powerful message. ❤❤❤

[@bernadettematera-stacey1982]

Love this channel, thank you for the love and wisdom you give.😊

[@cl5163]

What I find very interesting is that I used Chat GPT to see which religion it thought was most probable. Surprisingly it said Christianity! It then clarified that faith in Jesus is how to avoid Hell. Very surprised.

[@Nells-p5x]

5:31 powerful and i SO needed that thank you so much!🙏🏽♥️♥️♥️

[@tjmoneybags]

Underselling grace! Beautifully stated. Working WITH the Spirit and BY grace unto sanctification!

[@AbigirlSiwela]

Thank you for this podcast

[@phillipkimbro7807]

Amen!! I need that tidal wave of Grace everyday!!!

[@BlancheNtrOy]

Sir @johnbevere thank you for being a great Bible teacher. Praying for protection over your beautiful family. I have three sons. Praying they will grow up like your boys. To be mighty men of valor.

[@candacecabral6488]

I am so thankful for how ya'll go past the Sunday School surface level of the Gospel and expose the deep truth of the Word. We need more no-nonsense delivery of the Word like this. May you be blessed immensely for your teachings.

[@redemmingthetime]

I literally had a deeper revelation about this topic this Monday, then saw you where doing this podcast today. I'm here for it!!!!!!!

[@pretheesh007]

I needed to hear this, thank you

[@MilknHoneyHomestead]

So good! Thank you John!

[@emilycowgill3062]

You both spoke on this beautifully. Definitely not talked about enough in todays time

[@kjijo8872]

I really need this😊

[@Healitnow]

As of Christmas 2024, it is about a year and a half without a drink. Thank You, Jesus.

[@lq4657]

How is that possible

[@lauras3554]

THANK YOU. I NEEDED this word. Very encouraged

[@mindfulheartproject]

Thank you so much for this. You answered a question that I’ve been wondering about for a long time now.

[@Provision_nous]

Praise the Lord 🙌 So very well done guys! ❤️👏

[@joseymuluneh9370]

This is great, we need to hear the truth ❤

[@AceVenturaXii]

This podcast gave me the clarification I’ve needed for a long time.

[@sheilaoshea9638]

Thank you so much John Bevere.

[@linkes28]

I've always struggled with Romans 6. Thank you it makes so much sense now.

[@paulamundell]

Yes, yes, yes John. Topics the spirit is leading me to seem to be inspiring you at the same time. I discuss this and much of what you highlighted in 2Peter within my own circles. Please keep hammering the message home of how we are not to receive the grace of God in vain. God has made it very clear to me how His people are perishing and they need truth spoken in congregations, homes and via social media. Keep going and thank you for reducing yourself so you can be more sensitive to the leading of the Holy Spirit via this mode of communication, in order to edify the body. Keep going and keep maturing in spiritual sacrifices every day. Praise God!

[@Godstemplle]

This Podcast has helped me so much Thank you'd Jesus for leading me here and for saving us

[@pattyjuel2739]

HAVING THE HEART OF GOD ... YES!

[@Rainy78]

Until we meet with our heavenly father and receive new glorified bodies, we all remain sinful. Yesterday, today, and tomorrow... All fall short of the glory of God. we are all sinful by nature, but we can also choose to be filled by the grace of God. Only Jesus can blot out our sins. Justified through Jesus and Him alone, His work on the cross. Until we meet with Jesus, we will never be sinless.

[@hillbillygeorg]

Thank you!

[@AbigirlSiwela]

Glory Glory Glory

[@terryfonz4603]

We absolutely do not become a slave we are children co heirs by grace a gift never to be lost.

[@JustinDueck53]

Exactly! The more I listen to this guy, the more he is putting a yolk and a burden on the shoulders of fellow believers to make them think that because they’re saved, they must never sin again when the reality is that our sin nature, as long as we are stuck in these sin filled bodies, sin will still be there. But our salvation upon believing that Christ died, and rose again for our sins/ for us, is the only prerequisite for obtaining and retaining permanently, our salvation in Christ.

[@Wadusher]

Jesus literally told us in John 8:34 that EVERYONE who commits sin is a slave to sin. No exceptions, not even Christians. Not to mention Paul had a pretty extensive writing on the subject in Romans 7.

[@MrWink911]

​@@JustinDueck53 I'm sorry you are in bondage to a secret sin. You are me 5 years ago. This is how I would of answered.

[@keith3362]

@@JustinDueck53Paul said there is no condemnation for those in Christ Jesus - ‘who walk not after the flesh but after the Spirit’. Paul also said ‘For if ye live after the flesh, ye shall die: but if ye through the Spirit do mortify the deeds of the body, ye shall live. (Romans 8:13, KJV); A Christian should never think they can go on in willful sin all the time, that is a deception.

[@deniseharrell486]

Romans 6 16 Paul states that we are slaves to who we obey Also, it takes time to grow up into Christ in all things. It is possible and required. We need to access the power of Holy Spirit, to be baptized and continually filled with and led by the Spirit. That is the only way to live a Kingdom life as an ambassador of Christ.

[@taistoruuth2485]

I thank you all beveres for sharing gods heart especially form freedom becose i am was struggling In this area i wasnt sure isnt my freedom coming at all. Now i know i am rigth at this u just verified it and it will make me free and i get know god intimatly and also fullfill his give calling wich is reach for belivers Who struggles with sin its so clear In my eyes but very first i want to know my savior and HOLY GOD very intimately. Shall lord bless u all In Jesus name, i love u guys so much.

[@thebalmaintigers]

I needed to hear this message. I will save it and watch it again. I took a way many great points. But one that hit home was how much time I spend on social media. My phone each week gives me updates and I'm surprised at my usage. Your pastor who was on your show also spoke about how much we spend on our phones. Ill do my best to watch yours and Lissa programs and other Christian content more now.

[@zacke6]

im awestruck

[@tmoG3D]

Mount St Helens WA 👈🙂 30:27

[@williamfigueroa4630]

Great teaching 👍

[@josephronk6549]

I have struggled with a sin all my life so all I can say is thank you for this message. A simple, effective easy to apply answer is always better than complicated, religious answers.

[@veronicahudson3041]

Judges 7 & 8

[@johnryanpalmiano8656]

"Sometimes, people like to live with their sins and still keep following God" - Arden Bevere

[@catalyn080]

if you sin ,you don't follow God.

[@ms3386]

This is such an important conversation! So true. One thing I noticed, can you please not interrupt Arden? I would love for him to be able to get his point across AND to hear what he adds to the subject matter. Again, thank you for another great conversation and teaching.

[@Legendendear]

Yeah, Ive also noticed that.

[@stanlopez143]

great convo

[@JohnDoe-ph4iy]

Mt St Helens is in Washington

[@minielaurent3285]

This is so true. I used to be one of those Christian’s. Go to church every week and live in sin. I love the truth in this message and this podcast ❤

[@alansteinert4249]

Thank you for confirming to me that I've been given over to satan for the destruction of my flesh.

[@terryschmitt1441]

Excellent

[@Schquirl]

Mt Saint Helens is in Washington State

[@followerofGodandJesus78]

May all my Brothers and Sisters be blessed in God through Jesus Christ and by the Holy Spirit. May you all hold strong to God, Jesus and the Holy Spirit. Be sure to love and forgive one another. Always Pray and Bible study unceasingly. Always obey the Word of God, never give up, always stay strong in faith in anything. Accept God as your Father, accept Christ as your Saviour of sin and accept the Holy Spirit into your life to guide you. Much spiritual love to you all.

[@Ravens4L1fe]

Mt. St. Helens is actually in Washington 😉

[@alejandropetricioli5765]

2 PETER 1:3 GOD has given us everything for life and holiness,

[@makaya_nichols]

I thank God for this podcast. Please play for my husband as he likes marijuana and his is not being in the word of God. Thank you, JESUS for this REVELATION! I pray that my husband will be MADE free and he will fully commit to being a disciple of Christ!

[@space2079]

Jesus is the LORD I Love You God The Holy Spirit I Love You God The Father I Love You God The Son Jesus Jesus is the LORD

[@bluefannypack1501]

I say this with all due respect. I have been a smoker for over 30 years. I had a heart attack when I was 34 and had to have a stent placed. I continued to smoke and still do to this day, even with the health issues. I have prayed and prayed and prayed to God to deliver me. I cannot do it myself, obviously. I NEED for Him to deliver me. If I didn't still crave cigarettes like crazy, I wouldn't NEED Him to deliver me!! That's the whole struggle! The struggle for people is that they can't stop the insane craving for whatever it is that they struggle with. That's part of what drives people to their knees in prayer. The fact that nothing is different after prayer. Which is why u always hear people say that they have tried and tried to quit this or quit that. They WANT to be free. I wish I didn't feel this way but I am really starting to believe that God picks who He wants to help. There are ones that are chosen and the rest simply aren't. I truly wish that I didn't feel that way because it tears me up inside but it sure does appear to be the way things are.

[@Dirtybootswalking]

I understand the meat of what your saying, but maybe you can come to an understanding that no matter the desires we have chased after, God had never condemned us based on those choices. Because of the goodness in Jesus. I would even debate God heals wounds we don't even know we've been creating. Peace and blessings!

[@jlinwall6222]

Hey friend, my heart when out to you in hearing your struggle. From what i can discern from what you are saying i truly believe you don't like smoking. I think your experience is different than the example that John gave of his friend. Addictive substances are a powerful thing. But one thing i hope to encourage you in is that even though what you have experienced is real and has greatly affected you, I want to emphasize that God sent Jesus to die and spill his blood for your cleansing as much as he has done it for the smoker who was set free. A lie from the enemy may have slipped in that God isnt going to help you like he has others. I want to emphasize that the very reason Jesus was manifested was to take away our sin. (1 John 3:5) Jesus died to take away your sin, not just cover it. I'm not sure if you have ever done this but its so important to align your belief system with the reality that, on the cross, Jesus became your addiction to smoking and he put it to death. and you died with him and were raised with him in newness of life. Though it sounds strange to say it like this; you are not someone who has a smoking problem. You are a child of the kingdom of God and the addictive tendencies of the flesh pale in comparison to the power of Jesus who is alive inside you. I understand you may still be smoking even at this moment. But you are loved, your are forgiven, and in Christ you are free. He's given you everything you need. Believing it may be the last thing you have to do to see this freedom manifested in your life. The love of Jesus is over you. The power of sin is broken. "sin will have no dominion over you, for you are not under law but under grace" Rom 6 I'm hoping this could be of some encouragement to you. Be blessed Child of God

[@vanessapienaar5802]

Beloved, I feel you! Remember, God told US to RESIST the enemy! HE empowers you BY HIS SPIRIT to RESIST & the more you say "NO" to that sigaret & SAY "I AM THE RIGHTEOUSNESS OF GOD" you'll BECOME tasteless for that & TASTIER FOR MORE OF HIM. Hope this help you! God bless & o ja, remember EVERYTIME The Lord told them who was set free of sin/addiction He said:"GO & SIN NO MORE!" Love Him MORE than you love yourself. When smoking, your lungs are not only filled with the smoke, it is like blowing that smoke into Holy Spirit's face too!!! SELA ❤

[@vanessapienaar5802]

​@@Dirtybootswalking "GO & SIN NO MORE!" Stop making excuses for your soul's benefit to be able to EXPERIENCE the FULLNESS of what JESUS CHRIST bore on the cross for you to be SET FREE INDEED! Whatever you are struggling with - IT IS PAID FOR BY THE BLOOD! Love in Christ ❤

[@Dirtybootswalking]

@@bluefannypack1501 Focus on the teachings of Jesus And if you haven't watched a video that's just "the commands of Jesus" that really helps me, and a steady podcast like Christian Questions. Of course the Bible is most important. Some biblical things that may shed light and work directly from the Bible are usually good Rest well, have the Armor of God on at all times.

[@MikaylaKeener]

Remember the Ten Commandments

[@debbiescarff5514]

smoked for over 50 years love the lord is this a sin that will keep me from heaven

[@michellenorman2875]

I’m not sure if anyone will say yes or no to your question. However, what I will answer is that smoking sounds like it is either something you enjoy (despite the evidence of it being harmful to your body) or it is an idol (something you turn to instead of God when stressed, upset, etc) or it is a habit (chemical/psychological addiction). Either way, as John mentioned, you are a slave to smoking. The big issue, regardless of the cause, is that it is keeping you from a deeper, more intimate relationship with Jesus. Jesus didn’t die only so we could go to heaven one day. He died to restore our identity in God and relationship with God so we can live “life abundantly” (John 10:10) and fulfill the good works we were created for (Ephesians 2:10). I hope that helps! You don’t have to keep smoking, God’s grace [power] through the Holy Spirit inside of you will help you, YOU just have to decide to follow him. ❤

[@nam8274]

I wish there would be many subtitles for everyone watching your videos from other countries

[@KevinMaganaspeedyk74]

I learn in Spanish when it says disciple it means to create another you you're creating another person another person that follows Jesus not only follows Jesus but also converts to Jesus remember he gave us power to become children of God

[@samuelsrajumusic]

John - I love you, and the sharp, powerful, teaching ministry you do ❤.. God has used you to reshape “The fear of God” for me in the context of His immutable holy nature (vs) my actions that can separate me from Him as “The wholistic, healthy Fear” I can/should nurture with the Word+Holy Spirit’s help. Just want to point out the section in 25:35 mts where you say “We need to cleanse ourselves, and that the blood is for ‘Salvation’, and is not for ‘Sanctification’. However -I’m reading scriptures which indicate that is not entirely the case knowing that 1 John 1:7 says - “But if we walk in the light as He is in the light, we have fellowship with one another, and the blood of Jesus Christ His Son cleanses us from all sin.” Now John is writing this to church believers - and in no way means we can continue doing evil, but need to actively submit to the Holy Spirit to help us in our weaknesses, putting faith in action, & renewing our mind to do God’s holy will. But the blood of Jesus is also essential for active sanctification - as His blood stands as a testament for ever before Holy God as in “Hebrews 9:14 - How much more, then, will the blood of Christ, who through the eternal Spirit offered himself unblemished to God, cleanse our consciences from acts that lead to death, so that we may serve the living God!” Christ offered Himself once (v:25,26) and entered the Holy of Holies with His own blood, and He does not offer it again. However, I see you also agree sanctification is progressive surrender to the inner-working of the Spirit who manifests the Holy nature of God from within us. But in the journey when we stumble, (or are defiled due to the world’s pollution) we have Christ as an advocate with the Father who is the atoning sacrifice if we sin as per 1 John 2:1&2. John is Not encouraging us to sin, but asking us to respond to Christ’s love and Not sin by grace’s help. So the blood is essential every time I stumble, or feel I’d stumble to remind myself of the Atonement, my Cleansing, and my Sanctification by obedience to Holy Spirit and His Word. Eager to hear the wise-man’s thoughts which my wife, and I feed-on on a regular basis from India. Again - Love you John!

[@robertmitchell33]

These men are so self righteous when in reality they are also in sin attached to the world sipping coffee and oblivious to it all

[@thelightofnavigation]

That comment made absolutely no sense whatsoever

[@robertmitchell33]

@ Doesn’t surprise me

[@kovaloff13]

The “because you still like it” part of the cigarette story really convicts me. I feel that way with a lot of the sin I’m still slave to till this day. How can we not like it? Is the answer to fill ourselves with the word until the desire goes away? This is something I struggle with everyday..

[@8peacemedia]

I do think getting the word is important. Real freedom comes when we uncover the ugliness of specific sin according to the word. For example, most of us enjoy physical pleasure, but if we examine the root (1 John 2:15 -16 NLT) and what the word says is the outcome (Romans 6:19 NLT) it doesn’t have the same lure. The more you dig into the truth the more you recognize it is the same sin that enslaves the people who abuse, devour, and do all kinds of detestable things to the most vulnerable among us. It’s the same master. You no longer want to lend your body to anything that opposes God. The words we pray start to change, our desperation for freedom changes, and ultimately our heart (out of it flows the issues of life) is sincere because we began to understand this thing we loved or enjoyed poisoned us into delusion. So we thought something was good but really it just messed up our tastebuds for God. “Every good and perfect gift comes from Him” if it ain’t from Him, is it really good? Hope this helps

[@michellenorman2875]

Yes! The closer you draw to Jesus, the more you will love him and want to do what pleases him and sin will begin to lose its grip and appeal. Sometimes you will just have to resist - decide you don’t want to do something anymore. James 4:7-10

[@blayladavis8592]

Hebrews 12:15 says we can forfeit the grace of God through bitterness!

[@MisssPayne]

I was receiving His grace in vain and not knowing the power that’s within His Grace

[@gortycj2000]

all yes or die. just go with it. name that movie

[@monroesplace6995]

Jesus is the way the truth and the life! He died for us so that we could be saved! It's not too late to turn to Him and accept Him! Repent! Jesus loves you all! He is the best!