4 SUBTLE Ways to Tell Whether You Are Living in the Flesh as a Christian

[@thebeatagp]

Hey family happy Friday! I challenge you to watch this video and put your score below! I’m sure we all have work to do but be encouraged!

[@NBTony]

I like this video. But of course our works can't save us. It's by faith we are saved. That's acknowledging our sins, taking it before God and confessing it and having the faith He will heal us. God wants a willing heart, he as the power to give it to us..

[@kcutie359]

God bless u, I’m glad God sent u to me!

[@frankiec2765]

Happy Friday to you sir!

[@frankiec2765]

@Justin Gary Excellent post Justin! God Bless.

[@sabukhalaf91]

I didn't put a score down but I am some or part or all of these. You answered questions I have had. Looking forward to part 2

[@FineWineFletch]

Let's just say I need more Jesus! Pray for me yall and I'll do the same for yall!

[@WalkWithFaith7]

Really need to work on not yelling and cussing at my childrens hurts my heart even messaging this I use to have a lot of anger Jesus has helped me a lot but that stuck out to me, didn’t think to much of it ☹️

[@anthonyvasquez8924]

You got it! It’s hard but love is the way! Ask yourself “is this an act of love or hate?”

[@geebee1514]

LIVING IN THE FLESH 1. 3- sexual sin - masturbatIon 2. 3- spiritual sin - too much social media and TV 3. 5 - Social sin 4. 5 - Societal sin Thank you Bro. Parr for being so transparent and honest.

[@michelleadebiyi2341]

i pray lord delivers you from masturbation. i used to do it and I’m happy to say I’m completely off it now. Your time is coming🙏🏾.

[@paulnwankwo488]

1. 2 Sexual sin 2. 4 Spiritual Sin 3. 4 social sin 4. 5 Societal sin

[@thebeatagp]

Great job my friend! Thanks for sharing.

[@wendyjenkins6076]

Thank you for sharing 👊

[@Ode_the_Sage]

1.3- sexual sin ( I sometimes the lewd jokes and some impure thoughts) 2.5- spiritual sin( i spend a lot of time with god) 3.5- social sin( I'm content with what i got ) 4.5- Societal sin (I am a very introverted person)

[@hobidescisions553]

i am struggling with majority of this, but im thankful to get the clarity on what i need to work on.

[@KFP617]

Same. Most of us are. Stay blessed🙏🏾

[@CharmeleSuccess]

I scored 15. I have been struggling with fantasizing ALOT!Thanks to you, I figured out today that goes into impurity. I’ll be praying and studying on it.

[@juliagrace1242]

I can relate to your struggle with fantasizing. Most of the time, I'll wake up in the morning with my thoughts completely unchecked as it goes straight to a whole new world created by me. And it's hard, but the indwelling Holy Spirit strengthens us through the rememberance of the word to overcome these things of the flesh. Praying for your victory in this area!

[@Actavella]

I’m glad I’m not alone! I create relationships that literally do not exist, it’s very troubling to me!

[@ericaconner5567]

I got a 14

[@KurosakiLuvar01]

But what is wrong with imagination? So I can’t paint, play video games and draw?

[@boardst8086]

@@Actavella same

[@anointedanomaly3282]

I sometimes struggle with #1 when dating due to my marriage being placed on hold. My now ex wife filed for a divorce against me after 10 years of marriage. We were separated, but still talking in 8 years of separation co parenting our daughter. It took time and growth with God for me to realize my sin which caused the separation and divorce, but by the time I realized my error, it was too late in 2021. I wanted to keep our household together and not be another divorced husband. I sought God for restoration, but He revealed unto me that He wanted to restore us, but He also gave us freewill and to move on. We both grew stronger in our relationship with God, but we grew apart. I also struggled with alcohol addiction, but I overcame it by the grace of God.

[@issic_evolve]

This is my situation also brother but only been married for 3 years separated for 1 have a 2 year old daughter it sucks cuz my daughter is suffering me also because of my actions n hers but imma let God handle it 🙏💖

[@praisethemosthigh8047]

When you spoke of idolatry I honestly said to myself, 'no I don't have any of these issues he has mentioned here' until seconds later the Ruach (Spirit) reminded me of when I place my own fears above God and His Word. Sometimes idolatry doesn't come in the most obvious of ways. I pray this serves as a reminder to anyone else who may be in need of the same reminder I received. I pray if anyone is dealing with their own fears as I have and do, that it flees from you now in the name of Yahusha (Jesus). Be blessed!

[@lebonematlapeng6520]

Amen!

[@denises4766]

AMEN

[@Diskifaith]

We all need God's grace in all those areas. Thank you, brother Allan.

[@butterflyygirl]

I have 11/20 on this Sexual sin - 3 (Ive struggled for years and i want to improve) Spiritual - 1 (I listen to secular music every day and i idolise one famous person and ive done so for years) Social sin - 3 (I am rude outwardly and can be angry inwardly) Societyal - 4 (I fall of when theres a party, but i dont party very often) I have just recently joined a church so soon i might be better please pray for me.

[@harrietbih2238]

You're so honest. God loves that

[@wendyjenkins6076]

@@harrietbih2238 I'm praying for you

[@MrClean-ml5sv]

First step is admitting you need to step up ur game. It’s good you’re being honest. Just keep praying and working hard bro. My score is around that aswell, it’s tuff but we got it.

[@isakayyik966]

What type of sekularisme music?

[@garrettahern3813]

I got like a 7 bro, not good but I have to be honest with myself

[@jdkingsly]

I scored lower than I would have thought when you first mentioned there would be a quiz. Praise the Lord for his mercy, forgiveness, patience, and grace during the sanctification process. Thanks for taking the lead and being honest about where you are. Looking forward to the second video for sure.

[@donaldbrown6829]

My Score Sexual - 3 (I admit I do have some lustful thoughts, I pray everyday several times per day, confessing and repenting, asking forgiveness & to be delivered from this sin .) Spiritual - 4 Social - 3 (no hatred, occasional swearing.) Societal - 5 Overall - 15 Brothers and Sisters please pray for me and I am praying for you as well, I can't wait for the 2nd video... Thank you Pastor Parr for this and all your teachings and videos....

[@wendyjenkins6076]

Praying for you my brother

[@kelseykjarsgaard5774]

Maybe its just natural and not sinner

[@KM-zn3lx]

He used percentages and not number score so it's a little confusing.

[@joeyhackney3017]

Six, yes a 6. I struggle a lot with a lot. I ask forgiveness EVERY DAY. He, JESUS, blesses Me EVERY DAY by waking Me up. I am never going to get to 20, but I am trying. Thanks Allen.

[@helenperez9828]

Your humility is always refreshing, it reminds me they’ll will always have something to work on this side of heaven! May God continue to bless you brother 😊

[@fredarroyo7429]

Being honest about being in sin is being humble? False humility

[@helenperez9828]

@@fredarroyo7429 absolutely! Many ppl struggle with the sin of PRIDE! And is hard for em to see the sin that’s truly hindering their walk with God!

[@fredarroyo7429]

@@helenperez9828 But the root of every sin is pride, so the people that don't confess their sins and refuse to see the sins they do have have pride , and the ones who are honest and say that they have sins they struggle with have pride also, there is no humility in both cases.

[@helenperez9828]

@@fredarroyo7429 I don’t see it that way, the only way one can come before the Lord in repentance is in humility

[@fredarroyo7429]

@@helenperez9828 yes, they have to forsake it , if you don't forsake it , then you arent truly sorry for it, just being honest about it and not forsaking it shows no humility , just fake humility.

[@Toria_official_1]

Score 17/20 Sometimes lash out at my siblings when we get into arguments. God will help me work on this area of my life. Also prioritizing him in my day, I too easily get distracted by social media and school that I don't read my Bible often. God is merciful and he will help me improve. For anyone reading this don't be too hard on yourself. Life is not easy. Let's try to stay in prayer so we can have the weapons to fight off all of these fleshly desires. We can do it with God's help.

[@DanielAyuk]

i struggle with sexual sins but slowly thanks to the Lord is becoming less and less of a problem. my biggest area where i struggle with is either idolatry just putting little things before God or just loosing my temper and cussing at a friend or family member.

[@ivonnegutierrez9744]

Perfectionist here even in the Lord. Gave myself 5 in all categoris but a 2 in the category of Idolary. I put fam,work, and cleaning the house as priority in many ocassions limiting time in prayer and even church worship. Very eye opening and convicting video. Pastor Allen, I just want too add that your channel, videos, teaching, community and programs and the impact they have in people who are hungry for God(not just followers), cannot be measured with just a simple like or views. Continue doing God's work, His opinion is the only one that matters.

[@gabrielatallent7576]

I wonder if there's anyone on this earth really who doesn't struggle with idolatry in some form or fashion. I feel like we all have something that we tend to put before God at times.

[@markforsyth1984]

@@gabrielatallent7576 Very good point. Just trying to dig a little here. God holds each person accountable for their sins and he will not put the sins of a parent on the children and vice versa...but I do believe that the verse that mentions the curse to the third and fourth generation is due to the parent pursuing idolatry. Theres something to be said about that and I'll need to study that more.

[@markforsyth1984]

@@gabrielatallent7576 Also. Its said that we should spend some time in the word. 10 or 15 minutes to start. Do a quick devotional..in our walk with God. That is a process. Our time spent with Him will increase as our faith increases and we will want to meditate on His Word day and night. Our faith overcomes this world. We'll want more of Him and less of us. But this is the area that takes diligence because it involves time and our time is short and today is the day of salvation. As imitators of Christ Jesus. We have to be about the fathers business and I tell you what..distractions are everywhere.

[@thebeatagp]

That was so kind of you. You have no idea how encouraging that is to hear. Blessings to you Ivonne.

[@messalinavozza7928]

@@HasanUnknown very happy that you believe in Christ thats faith... that most Christian still struggle with... but i would love you to spend time with more Christans and learn more of who Jesus was, and why is died for all mankind including Muslims... not only thats he alive in heaven... hes power is still operating in faith... hes love, and mercy is on this earth.. ❤️

[@chaserichardson3357]

I scored a 16/20 I struggle with impure thoughts sometimes and you know here and there I might get jealous or there is division with certain people or I might put something above god you know like give that certain thing more time. But just a reminder that everyone struggles with sin and I still need tons of work in my life but nobody’s perfect and that day will come when we will beat sin together with Jesus but until then the spirit will sustain you and heal you and save you from sin. God bless.

[@gurujimmy4536]

My scores are 2,3,3,5 respectively. That is a 13/20. Which is barely passing. I thank God for His grace and love to keep working on me, my mind and heart. Thank you brother Allen for making this content.

[@Rick51]

I'm just going to be straight up, this is what I graded myself: 2.5/5 3/5 5/5 5/5 I got a lot of work to do and you brother Allen have made me realize that, so for that I thank you.

[@michelleadebiyi2341]

5 being the worst right ?

[@michelleadebiyi2341]

@I love Jesus oops 😂. I did mine the other way around

[@michaellastname3924]

Though I feel similarly to brother Parr, I feel listing a score is non profitable because we all seem to asses by different metrics. Instead I'll say "my brothers who battle lust, let's keep fighting the good fight and put on the armor of God daily." I'm greatfup to the LORD for the progress I've seen in pornography addiction, temper, and media over indulgence but it feels like an uphill battle in western culture. Don't ever let shame interfere with your persuit of daily renewal and stay strong brothers and sisters!

[@thehandleishothott]

I think this is a good exercise as it is bible based but there can be danger in living out life with a checklist like this. One can strive towards being self righteous. I say this with Rom 3:23 in mind

[@Mr.Logic5753]

I love your honesty Mr. Parr; something that's lacking in today's society.

[@joshuarivera4657]

Thank you for this video, I definitely needed it! I scored 65%, a few of your breakdowns on types of sin were eye opening for me. Didn't realize how much of a struggle Idolatry is for me.

[@XeroDLight]

Woot! Same score too. Pray that we both improve in our areas we struggle the most.

[@drewhall6569]

9 out of 20 so a 45% I got a lot that the Lord is working on in my life but I thank God for His grace and still loving me and wanting to work on me

[@meanstreak1986]

Thank you brother Allen for another inspired video! I am in full time ministry as a missionary. My lowest score was a 3 on Spiritual sins and I identified the exact same things you did. Idolatry specifically. I can often put my work/ministry, personal hobby’s and entertainment before God. Forgive me Lord Jesus and help us all move closer to You!

[@schterica11]

Scored a 10. Need to get it together, through Christ Jesus. Thank you Lord. ❤🙏🏽

[@tiff1622]

Praise God! 👐

[@SUMITJOHN]

I appreciate your honesty and transparency, bro. Please pray for me. I wanna be led by the Holy Spirit in every area of my life.

[@TwoDrachma]

Brother Allen you have no idea how much I needed this video today. I was dealing with the rare pms/full moon combo (tmi?) and was absolutely horrible to everyone. Road raging. Cursing. Seriously questioning if The Spirit had left me. I’ve been so distraught. But I scored a 16. And that gives me a sense of peace. 5 - sexual sin. 4 - spiritual sin. 2 - social sin (I continue to wrestle with controlling my emotions and anger). 5 - societal. Your channel is such a blessing.

[@katherineprice96]

I just want to encourage you brother. Your channel is needed in these days. Thank you for starting this channel and sharing God’s Word boldly. This is blessing many.

[@-HolySpiritDove-]

Prayer Request Glory to our Lord Jesus Christ! I wish you well, my fellow sisters and brothers in Christ. Islam has approximately 1.8 billion people in captivity in the world. This can change. Scripture, Lord Jesus: ‘Must first Bind the strongman before can do anything else.’ (Mark 3) ‘If Believe in Me, you will do Greater things (Miracles) through My Name, so Father is Glorified.’ (John 14) ‘Woke, rebuked the wind, raging waters, & storm subsided, “where is the Faith?”’ (Luke 8) ‘Faith to move mountains.’ (Matthew 17) Please consider Praying on Islam related to this Prayer, regarding the Pillar of Islam, for our Lord Jesus Christ (The Lord will know what you mean, when you & others Pray on it). Everyone will know that this Prayer is successful, when we see-hear it happen in the world. So please consider the possibility of any combination of items below: of Praying everyday for the next 2 weeks (14 days, June 14-27), with maybe 44 minutes in Prayer & Joyful Hopeful Song Praise; & optionally doing at least 1 half-meal (or full meal) fasting per day if able to (not for: the pregnant, nor children & teenagers); while finding something of benefit/desirable to sacrifice (give-up) on; etc. The more devout the better. Now let us all be coordinated as 1 body from across the world for God together, and see this Miracle happen soon! If uncertain, please Pray to Verify. 🙏 In Christ, God Bless! ⛅💖😇✨💫

[@cherylanderson482]

I did pretty well, but I struggle with letting go of resentment and bitterness towards some family members. I don't see them often, but it would be an obstacle to developing a closer relationship with them. I also struggle with coveting other people's seemingly easier live. Of course, I know they have problems and issues I cannot see. I am asking God to help me see myself honestly and point out any other areas of struggle I may be blind to. Thanks for this open discussion.

[@letsprayandfasttogether9618]

Pray God strengthens His children, pours more fire upon them and gives them more discernment

[@darrellpenn5341]

Not fire 🔥🔥 😢 that represents judgement you mean mercy mercy mercy 😭😭

[@letsprayandfasttogether9618]

@@darrellpenn5341 Matthew 3:11 I indeed baptize you with water unto repentance: but he that cometh after me is mightier than I, whose shoes I am not worthy to bear: he shall baptize you with the Holy Ghost, and with fire:

[@darrellpenn5341]

@@letsprayandfasttogether9618 Yes my brother I know that verse but noticed what John said the chaff he will burn with unquenchable fire but the wheat he will gather into his barn. Jesus talked Alot about Judgement and that what is scary especially Matthew 7 and 15 so his words are very scary and sometimes confusing but I hope he has forgiven me and I hope when I die ⚰️💀 it won't be a surprise. I hope faith in him is enough and there wasn't some secret deed I had to do otherwise I'm doomed. Also John 15 is to he takes away the branch that does not bear good fruit

[@birddude2000]

My Sin Score Sexual - 4 (Occasional lustful thoughts and viewing questionable images.) Spiritual - 5 Social - 2 (Hatred, resentment, occasional swearing.) Societal - 5 Overall - 16 Not too shabby, but room for improvement. I’m not used to commenting but I feel safe here. 👍

[@tonebonebgky2]

Don't worry my Christian brother or sister, we're all struggling here, I'm myself graded a 16 or so, if you had said 19 or 20 I would have worried about you not being honest with yourself.

[@rohithjacob4699]

I have 8/20🥲

[@miimi1168]

thank you for being honest with yourself even if it's tough but it's good to be so that you can see what to work on. BTW I got 11

[@SkyyLight7]

Sin score Sexual-4 (unhappily married so fantasize abit) Spiritual - 3 way too busy with work. Allow others to hinder my time with God. NO MORE! SOCIAL 1 Much fighting with husband; much strife,; resentment, anger Societal 2 Drink to cope Horrifying score 😢 pray for me yall

[@Amiyas.creations]

I scored about 60%. I struggle with some of these every day, but I ask God to forgive me for all of them and work better to fix these problems.

[@jw2442]

This here is the true Gospel, in my opinion. You're relying on God's grace and mercy, not on your own work. I think what Paul referring to was people who has zero care for a holy life, not for those who struggle. Otherwise, by faith alone goes straight of the window and once again it becomes work based, i.e., the law.

[@markforsyth1984]

@@jw2442 Well. This is one of those big topics for me personally in my own mind. God does know our thoughts and even our intentions. However. I do not believe in "once saved always saved." If I continue to practice my sin..I do feel guilty and convicted. Grace abounds where sin abounds but I do not have the right to trample on God's grace though I have many times. I can be forgiven of that but at some point I can't just say...well I'm struggling so God will forgive me. Jesus will save His people from their sins. Not necessarily...in their sins. Remember. He told the adulteress that He didn't condemn her but to go and sin no more. We can fall down seven times and get back up. But at some point we've got to quit practicing sin and labeling it struggling. I'm preaching to myself for motivation as well. I don't want to be a hypocrite.

[@Jasmine-zt3hy]

I love how Allen is continuously posting things like this so we can keep checking and testing ourselves as Christians. It’s so important to never get too comfortable. We need to constantly keep testing ourselves to make sure we’re fulfilling God’s will.

[@GODSPEAKS898]

Yep! I would say I rate myself at about a 72% There are areas in my life such as my thought life, anger and frustration (especially because of the pandemic), arguments between my daughter and I, however we definitely come together and talk about it and we forgive each other afterwards. My thought life 💭 is sometimes violent because I relate things going on in the world, or because things going on the the political arena and not being able to see my family as well as other things my life is. I praise God that when we confess our sins He is faithful and just to forgive us our sins and cleanses us from all unrighteousness (First John 1:7-10). I find myself confessing my sins before I go to bed as well. It’s a struggle but I Thank God for our great Comforter, The Holy Spirit. Thank you Allen for sharing this video it’s very helpful. 🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾❤️❤️❤️

[@Dave77220]

Thanks brother Allen. This is a really useful exercise because it forces us to examine ourselves. My weakness is definitely impure thoughts or adultery in the heart. I think the best way to combat this is to contemplate that Christ suffered for me on the cross for such a sin which makes me sad about my sin. I'd be interested to hear what others have to say about combatting such sin.

[@tristanhodgden4286]

Scripture memorization

[@TheGuitarrmann]

What he failed to mention in this video, and maybe he will address it in the summary of this series, is that God said He would never leave us nor forsake us, and that no one can snatch us from His hand! Praise God for that! He said He who began a good work in you will bring it to completion.... and He said "it is God in you both to desire and to do accoring to His will..." It doesn't say, "I will never leave you, unless you are weak, as I have made you, and you struggle, and I know that you have, are, and will struggle with particular areas during this life." I must have missed THAT Scripture. I will close with this, if my relationship with God is based on my tenuous grasp of Him, and not His eternal grasp of me, then I am lost, have been lost, and will be lost. But God..... HALLELUJAH!

[@bryanadamik9892]

It's a daily battle. Asking God Himself in sincerity to help you overcome this problem is what helped me. It is a struggle at times, but it's worth it. Also walk in the Spirit, and you will not fulfill the desires of the flesh. Is another verse that helps me. I think of things I like to do that are worth much more than this sin is to me, like playing my guitar 🎸 😌 and looking forward to having fellowship with the Lord when I read His Word and meditate on it. Also in the psalms, David says " I have hidden your word in my heart, that I may not sin against You. Also weep and wail over your sins,and purify your hearts, you double minded." Fight the good fight of the faith. Also, look at Moses, who chose to obey God, and suffer with his people, rather than to enjoy the pleasures of sin for a season. I hope this can help you. May God bless you.

[@DiscoveringJapan1]

I'm thankful to be saved by grace, but also thankful that Holy Spirit convicts me to know that I can always improve. I'll never be a perfect 5 on this side of heaven, but that doesn't mean I stop seeking. Thank you for your commitment to Christ. I recently found your channel and love the teaching! ❤

[@wendyjenkins6076]

Thank you brother Allen for being so honest 🙏

[@angelica7x7]

Thank you for this video, it's really relevant to my situation right now, I'm dealing with every kind of sin, sexual sin 4, idolatry3, spiritual sin 4& societal sin4, wowwww i never thought i could this be vulnerable. I need the Holy Spirit every single minute... i'm struggling from time to time...God Blessed you good health &provision Ptr. PARR for the expansion of God's Kindom.. im from Philippines btw.

[@triciaperry2234]

Angelica how to get back to God. The holy Spirit I was so deceived and stupid. I feel spiritually cut and given over. I got into world and fornication. I want my soul and body BACK. I NEED GOD and clean. I was so deceived. Please I don't want this. I feel as a pastor kid this is horrible. Why didn't I STOP? I was well made and normal PRETTY and energetic healthy vibrant. I didn't have to keep going. I need to backtrack and get back in HIM. I DON'T REMEMBER a lot. Spiritually broken Just not Myself

[@Jaketruescience]

I scored 16 and I had the same score line up as you pastor except I gave my self a 4 for spiritual sin. However I have so much work to do. I will keep you in prayer 🙏🏾 and thank you for the awesome content it’s been a huge help in my walk with Christ, helping me understand to word.

[@redroses9053]

It’s not your work give it to God

[@lynettelove6712]

I can’t grade myself because I am not very active. I’m working on my knowledge and skills as I wait on the Lord’s plan for my life. Additionally, I have been able to work on my spirituality and I seek the Holy Spirit, pray, and study my Bible on everything I feel. I alienate myself from worldly things and people as well. I don’t get every decision right because I not omniscient. So I lean on the One who is. So I can’t take this test because I would pass with flying colors. It’s something I can come back to when God deliver me to the final destination of His purpose for me. This was a really good one. I’m going to share it in my various Bible study groups. God bless you!

[@zedebs5044]

This is my score 1. sexual sin: 3 it is what i struggled with the most. Its better than what it was. I pray to the lord to help me through it i feel more free and forgiven. 2. Spiritual sins: 3 im trying to build back my relationship with God, i've been distracted from him for so long and getting back to him fills me with happiness. i want more than anything to better my relationship with him 😊. 3. Social sins: 5 i feel great where i am. I am inpired by people instead of being jealous and i know that if God is with me, everything will be possible for me. I shall follow God's plan for me. 4. Societal sins: 5 im an ambivert with a good head on her shoulders. I will never find myself in those sins, tbh they are repulsive to me. overall I want to heal my relationship with God and with eye opening Christian content such as this video i feel like im on the right path. Thank you brother Parr

[@TheGuitarrmann]

What he failed to mention in this video, and maybe he will address it in the summary of this series, is that God said He would never leave us nor forsake us, and that no one can snatch us from His hand! Praise God for that! He said He who began a good work in you will bring it to completion.... and He said "it is God in you both to desire and to do accoring to His will..." It doesn't say, "I will never leave you, unless you are weak, as I have made you, and you struggle, and I know that you have, are, and will struggle with particular areas during this life." I must have missed THAT Scripture. I will close with this, if my relationship with God is based on my tenuous grasp of Him, and not His eternal grasp of me, then I am lost, have been lost, and will be lost. But God..... HALLELUJAH!

[@pollyannabailey-kumara2804]

I give myself 90% because I do not continuously struggle but flashes of fantazing and and dissensions occur. Thank you for that message Allen,

[@inspiration28]

Allen, I almost wish I could tell you this in person....THANK YOU. This was was a very very huge blessing to my life. And I so respect you more for even being more open about your spiritual life. It has really blessed me. God bless you and your family Sir! You helped me 🙏

[@Derek_Baumgartner]

4245 It can be easy to let other things come first, or try to 'spiritualize' what you are doing: seek God's will on how you move forward, remember Him throughout the day: especially with gratitude. I also place family time quite highly: maybe too highly. I've a long way to go, but Jesus is worthy.

[@the116chick]

This is exactly what I’m struggling with right now! Thank you.

[@TheGuitarrmann]

What he failed to mention in this video, and maybe he will address it in the summary of this series, is that God said He would never leave us nor forsake us, and that no one can snatch us from His hand! Praise God for that! He said He who began a good work in you will bring it to completion.... and He said "it is God in you both to desire and to do accoring to His will..." It doesn't say, "I will never leave you, unless you are weak, as I have made you, and you struggle, and I know that you have, are, and will struggle with particular areas during this life." I must have missed THAT Scripture. I will close with this, if my relationship with God is based on my tenuous grasp of Him, and not His eternal grasp of me, then I am lost, have been lost, and will be lost. But God..... HALLELUJAH!

[@the116chick]

@@TheGuitarrmann Wow, thank you so much for taking the time to send that! What a beautiful comment to read and wake up to. I really needed to hear those words today. Blessings!

[@TheGuitarrmann]

@@the116chick All the glory to God! Much love, sweet sister.

[@n_hayo6125]

#1 sexual sins - 1 ( lustful thoughts and images leading to masturbation) #2 spiritual sins - 2 ( idolatry) #3 Social sins - 3 ( rage,envy ,hatred, unforgiveness, resentment, self ambition) #4 Societal sins - 5 Final score -11/20 55% I come from the most broken places but I am blessed to say that I am a new creature in our Lord Jesus Christ. This is my testimony :)

[@rachelseay]

I got 16/20 so an 80%, which shows me there is always room to grow. I scored myself a 3 in spiritual sins and social sins cause I know I often put things before God (being my husband, my kids, my work, or my school) I am developing that area of my life. 3 for social sins cause sometimes I get angry in the flesh and occasionally cuss, and I know I fight with some levels of resentment deep within me, not to the point of hatred, but I notice it especially when I get angry how that resentment towards someone who has hurt me will creep it’s ugly head up or at least tries to. Sexual and social sins I rated myself 5, I use to struggle with both of those but God has really worked within me on those two areas and it’s no longer areas that I struggle with. PTL.

[@michelleadebiyi2341]

i assumed 5 was the worst. so here is how i graded myself : Sexual sin (3) sometimes i have impure thoughts especially at night. Spiritual sin (3) idolatry; putting others, my school work and friends before God and making excuses for not praying or reading the bible. Social sin (4) i still get fits of anger, i am impatient sometimes and I struggle with handling conflicts appropriately/saying the right words [dissensions & divisions]. Societal sin (1) i don’t party or drink but i do still struggle with worldly music once in a while. it has gotten wayy better compared to the last couple of months. Thanks for this self evaluation :)

[@jacobredmon171]

Amazing video as always, thank you so much for being vulnerable! I scored a 13/20 or 65% so I’m barely passing… oof I scored a 3 on the first section, a 3 on the second section a 3 on the third section and a 4 on the last section. Really valuable quiz and shows me the areas I need to work at!

[@shaleencullors9648]

Wow Holy Spirit. Just praying about a self evaluation this morning..will go over this again...

[@Dsingis]

My score from 1-5: Sexual sins: 0

[@briantrevino9706]

Me too brother, I used to struggle with pronography and lust. Still fight thoughts. confessing it to your local pastor, finding a way to eliminate access to it with apps through an accountability partner, and spending genuine time in prayer and worship has helped me overcome this! God bless you.

[@fritzfarrell6814]

Thanks!

[@mackenziebell9937]

Thank you so much for making this video. It really has opened up my eyes to see the areas of my life I need to work on. Thank you!

[@jacquelinelorde8291]

Blessings Minister. I scored 15...I am recovering from betrayal but I am thankful to God for lining me up with ministers who speak the truth and has elevated me. I can say I am fully recovered because of GOD’S TRUTH and the practicing of His laws, rules, principles, protocols and commands. It broke this yoke. Indeed our God will perfect all that concerns us, He will not forsake the works of His Hands. 🙏🇧🇧😇

[@jasonbowman8269]

I finished with around the same score. I struggle with impure thoughts that stem from my past sexual sins and past porn addiction. I'm not sure how to successfully combat these, but am trying my best to do so. I also struggle with telling dirty jokes. I struggle with internal thoughts when others don't behave the way I think they should as well, but this area is improving. I covet a relationship and am putting finding one as a top priority when I should trust in God and His timing.

[@susanedghill609]

try memorizing scripture....start with one verse and build on it......it may take a couple of weeks to even learn one verse properly and ask the Lord to embed the verses in your heart.....you may be surprised at how powerful the Word is when even your mind begins to go in a wrong direction ..

[@VGL1951]

Repenting and referring back Roman’s 12 to renew my mind in Christ and work to better God bless brother thank you.

[@elizabethjohn5480]

I got an 18 out of 20 . That's 90%. Though it's a good score, I've been struggling with that 10 % way too long. Wish I could victory over these sooner. Areas of struggle: 1. Not giving enough time in prayer and study of the word 2. Raising voice in protest or anger

[@cxnqueryt7880]

This was much needed for me . Lately have been struggling feeling my connection with God and it makes sense . The more I relate to these the further I’ll be away from walking with the Holy Spirit . I struggle with lust the most . It has been my biggest struggle for awhile now

[@agustinrodriguez5058]

Great video brother thank you!

[@MaidenLion717]

I love how you explain these topics, it is so easy to understand. I scored a 15.5/20. It's because I do struggle with anger, and getting stuck on things (which is especially hard with my ADHD). However, after this video I know what I need to work on. Thank you so much, and may God bless you!

[@PillarOfGrace]

This was such an honest and pure video. Thank you for this.

[@virtuouswoman4life555]

I am so glad that Allen is open about his struggles. That is the sign of a true man of God.

[@godisgood13456]

Hello Allen, I just now found your channel and I wanted to say that I absolutely love your personality

[@Straight-Data-Science]

You and I scored almost the same. I tend to drink beer or wine a little too much. I told myself today that I need to cut back in this area, and indeed I will do exactly that. Thanks for sharing your thoughts here!

[@karvind]

Thank your for this teaching.

[@frozenstone1787]

I gave my self 4325 I struggle with rage. I am not reading and study God's word the way I should. Thank you for helping me see the problem so I can strive to get into the word of God more🙏❣🙃

[@jahzyjase]

Love those video!!!! welcome back to your first love teaching the Word!!!!🙏🏽💞 God bless you pastor!!

[@jakaroriseh426]

I gave myself an 11. I have the boundaries set in place and am working to make sure that porn, lust and sexual immorality are not a thing. I am not perfect, like Allen said but I can see the growth and maturity in this subject. I gave myself a 3 because I know there are a lot more things to work on. I also know that I have not given God the glory He deserves and have made idols out of a lot of things. I am currently working to make God the highest priority in my life, but I gave myself a 3. I do struggle mightily in bitterness, being able to talk to others calmly because I can often get in my head. It is an issue that I am working in and need a lot more help in. I gave myself a 1 I gave myself a 4 on societal sins. I used to drink and party all during my time in college and now i no longer have a desire for any of them. I drink on ocassions but I watch myself and I am no longer going to wild parties. Thank you for this video!! Please pray that I can grow in all these issues and give God the glory, not myself or my own merit/hard work!

[@TandZAptLife]

We just studied this in our Sunday school lesson this week! Great message!

[@JerrickMonte1]

What a blessing! very rarely do I not agree with you Brother.... this is not one of those times and I have been so Blessed and impressed by your guidance and faithfulness. PEACE be with you.

[@samragill306]

GOD BLESS U PASTOR

[@ninajensen246]

I'm clean..I have the Holy Spirit and He is in control...

[@JesusSaves7810]

Thank you Lord Jesus for guiding me to this video . allen did a great job 👍 with this one . I really struggled in my younger years with almost all of these sins and mostly before I was saved. I am older now and I realize that those things I struggled with and acted out on was hurting me more and my life and was delaying me from having a relationship with GOD. But when I first became a Christian most the struggles with was still there I was still trying to party / going clubbing and drink alcohol while engaging in flirting and listening to explicit music Which my alcohol drinking almost lead me to being r*ped. and hooking up with others in a promiscuous way which led to heartbreak 💔 because it was something I wanted to do but when I drank it blacked me out so I caused myself to become a target of date r*pe or one night stands . yes in the morning the walk of shame is real . I smoked cigars too which did some damage and caused me to get seriously I'll in the hospital and caused severe pneumonia. The alcohol caused something in my stomach lining to inflame up I still struggle immoral sexual thoughts, from time to time but I am free now of it having a strong hold on my life Thanks to GOD . as for spiritual sin I believe I put more effort into my marriage at times I believe it consumes me so much that I become more distracted from GOD'S plans for me . Which my marriage is not like any other relationship I ever had in my life . Rather Peculiar and super stressful . I think my relationship was more Stronger with GOD before I got married and wasn't stressed at all or having more mental issues. Everything was so calm and peaceful in my life then. Now I find myself going through more of a struggle with my mental health right now due my marriage it has caused triggers for me such as daily PTSD , hallucinations, delusions, paranoia, su*cidal ideations, crying spells, angry outburst, yelling , etc... I know that thinking of my past and constantly being hurt by it is not going help my future one bit and do receive therapy yes I am shame tell about my marriage because is not your typical marriage it's rather a odd one very unique where I stay with my spouse because I am married I know he is trying to get better himself he struggles with PTSD also from being in law enforcement he says . I wasn't ready for marriage and he was and he wanted to get married right away so we did after a short time of knowing each other. ( Which I wanted to get to know him better) and I wished I did . 😢 He does have a temper sometimes violent , he made a mistake and hit me a few times . I did go to the hospital for him almost k*lling me and i went to the hospital by ambulance . But I still care ❤️ about him a lot . he sometimes calls me names from time to time . he sometimes withheld s*x and that's and my fault because he says that I am always sick mentally and I do have issues with acid reflux. I know TMI I thought even " putting my foot down would help" by shouting back , harshly critiquing and threatening to leave will stop let me tell you that was the worse I could have done almost d*Ed from that so now I learning it is my job to stay quiet and calm and rational around him but my mental illness won't seem to work in my favor sometimes causes my spouses anger to flare worse . But I know as a woman of GOD I must stay quiet calm and peaceful and communicate no matter what . I now use softer gestures and I am now desecalate the situation and change the subject and so far so good . My cortisol levels are at its highest but it is working now I just got my spouse a car 🚗 he said he needed And help with his legal fees So I am doing my job as a wife . We just miscarried in march which was a rough time for me and him he was very angry I know I am the blame because my womb wasn't strong enough . 😢 my spouse says that because of my sins/ actions GOD is " punishing" us and do Not believe this at all I told him that GOD is not punishing us That we are punishing ourselves We are the ones who have to work on our marriage as a team but my spouse says he doesn't believe that the culprit is me . And I know arguing back is not the key and it never will be My marriage will get better I know so As long as I do my part and have self control and get help with my mental health like my spouse tells me I will be better in my marriage I have to remember that sins do not help any situation I will continue to pray 🙏 ❤️ for my husband to grow spiritually and become a great leader in this marriage that he can be so that one day he can start leading me to Christ . GOD wants us to have peace and be loving towards each other and I am trying everyday And I know today these sins not only can hurt me but severely hurt my relationship with GOD . I am Thankful that GOD showed His Loving and Amazing Grace and Mercy on a Wretch like me For I was once lost and now I am Saved by The ALMIGHTY SOVEREIGN TRIUNE GOD IN HEAVEN. LET ALL POWER HONOR GLORY PRAISE AND THANKS BE TO THE ALMIGHTY SOVEREIGN TRIUNE GOD IN HEAVEN FOREVER AND EVER AND ALWAYS IN JESUS NAME AMEN 🙏♥️🙏❤️🙏❤️🙏❤️🙏❤️🙏❤️🙏❤️🙏❤️🙏❤️🙏❤️🙏❤️🙏❤️🙏❤️🙏❤️🙏❤️

[@manoloelizalde8021]

Brother Paar - I thank the Lord for your ministry, you are taking me to a deeper understanding of the bible.

[@DEXTERGAJADHAR]

Hi thank you for this evaluation I graded myself at 80% I struggled with #2 but I am improving

[@Chordus_Gaius]

Pornea: 3 Spiritual Sin: 3 Social Sin: 3 Societal Sins: 3 I am not perfect person, hell I don't consider myself to be good (since only God is good), but I will do my best in walking in the spirit.

[@kdrealtor74]

Thank you for this eye opening exercise pastor Parr! For nearly the first time in my life I can say that I do not struggle with any sexual sin. So I gave myself a 5. For idolatry, I gave myself a 3 because I most definitely put my job before the time spent with my Lord and for that I am ashamed. I also struggle with fits of rage with my preteen children and husband. Sometimes they push me and I fly off the deep end. And lastly, I never thought of covetness as secretly wishing someone didn’t have something. Not just me not wanting it! Praise God for his grace and mercy! 🙏 thank you again!

[@kevinharris1462]

I'll say about 75 percent as well. God's blessings and grace to everyone taking the survey.

[@The_Mighty_Chicken_Man]

These are my results Sexual sins: 1 Spiritual sins: 2 Social sins: 2 Societal sins: 5 I’m such a sinner and I need to change this

[@logandys9441]

You got this man God will help you, the fear of the lord is the beginning of wisdom, I got a 65%

[@CountDooku24]

I’m praying for you. Their are some days where Im so broken I doubt if God loves me. He loves you brother! I do too.✝️

[@The_Mighty_Chicken_Man]

@@logandys9441 thanks for the encouragement, God bless

[@logandys9441]

I did some math and I think you got 50% but that’s ok keep on going man you got boy

[@The_Mighty_Chicken_Man]

@@CountDooku24 Thank you so much for the encouragement. I’ll pray for you as well and everyone who sees this video that we may all be changed by it. God bless you

[@thekeytokrissy1305]

Allen I just want to thank you for being so open and honest with your viewers!

[@butterpecan5642]

My scores: Sexual sin- 4 (impure thoughts that just pop up in my mind/impure dreams. Spiritual sin- 2 ( being so busy that God isn't first) Social sin- 3 (jealousy, envy, strife, fits of anger) Societal sin- 5 ( I stay away from all that junk)

[@PointingtoJesusChrist]

God bless you all. Know that Jesus Christ is still God and Creator of the Universe. His name be praised

[@lukeharris2622]

Gluttony as well. You probably didn’t have time though

[@Toyz3578]

This was an excellent teaching. Definitely shed light on some sins that I’ve hidden and downplayed. Working on the drinking/turning up, doesn’t happen often but it’s still a stronghold that I want to turn over in Jesus name ♥️🙏🏽

[@kvsartist8245]

God bless you Mr Allen. Your honesty is truly appreciated. May God's grace be with you in the struggles I scored a 60%,mainly because I struggle with social sins. I do tend to lord it over others and be argumentative when speaking to people about the Word. I also struggle with my mind running loose when it comes to women, and sometimes mt urge to be in a romantic relationship can become unhealthy. May our honesty guide us to grow and thirst for The Spirit!

[@jayleesimsme]

1) Sexual sins 2- I struggle with my thoughts of sexual acts. (I struggle with feeling wanted so I tend to take the attention when it is given) 2) Spiritual sins 2- I know I put things before God and a lot of things distract me. 3) Social sins 3- I tend to get angry and bicker with others. (Especially when it comes to not feeling heard or understood) 4) Societal sins 4- I gotten better in this area how ever sometimes I may over drink a little bit but not to the point of becoming drunk. So my score would be a 51% but that’s ok because I have soo much more room to I’m prove my character and become the woman God sees me as!! Thank you and thank you Jesus for the love and for me to see where I stand and what I need to Improve on.

[@darlenemoragne-sheaff5794]

I scored the same as you Allen. I do struggle with putting my business before God and having some resentment over past hurts. I'm so much better than I was, but improvement is always needed. Thanks for this test and sharing your score. Let's keep growing together and submitting our hearts before the Lord. Amen.

[@kissisummitt]

I’m thankful that Jesus covers my Mediocre score! God is so good!!

[@SixTenVisuals]

I hear you brotha Allen! The impure thoughts is a major challenge that I would score myself as a 3. When the opposite sex of the world dresses provocatively, it sends my mind down that wide road. It stays with me for a while and then I occupy my mind with other things.

[@sallyruss4574]

My husband and I are huge ans of you! Do you pastor a church? If so, we would like to make a trip wherever it is. In addition, we WANT to encourage you as your videos are a testimony of your love for God. Your channel is reaching so many people to help them find the truth! Your mannersisms and tone of voice is that of a true Christian. You can always tell a Christian by how they talk. Thank you for being so vulnerable/real to your viewers. I think knowing a pastor struggles with the flesh makes us not feel so alone. Thank you again and God Bless you!!!

[@tredausmaxima]

Honestly: Sexual sin - 1 ( My main struggle and it has become repetitive, which is now becoming a frustration to me and a diminish to my spirit. ) Spiritual Sin - 2 ( On occasion, I keep it in check, although a lot of my hobbies seriously distract me from even taking a few minutes with the Lord. ) Social Sin - 3 ( I don't get easily mad or angry, but I sometimes get triggered. ) Societal Sin - 5 ( I hardly ever go to parties and I usually don't drink, so I have no problem here. ) Thank you for bringing this up. It really helps

[@sgm4545]

Last month i had 0% or 20% if we use the minimum of one point out of five. Today i scored 60%. I barely passed the test but I’m not there yet. What helped me was this : 1)banishing sexual sins out of my life : 2)give glory to God for the blessing instead of my work : 3) seeking and learning about the scriptures instead of thinking that i already know everything by knowing the 10 commandments. Brother Allen, your ministry has helped me a lot since i don’t have a physical church to go to. If you give all the glory to God, your ministry shall never be considered idolatry. I don’t see you giving glory to your self at all for the success of your ministry. May God protect you and your family because you are doing his work. All glory goes to our father who is in heaven. Amen

[@ericaconner5567]

I score a 14 my worse one is anger and I can’t get over my birth father leaving me with my grandparents and leaving our lives . Every time I try to find peace in my heart it just turn to pure anger toward him .

[@JesusSaves7810]

My scores 😢 1.) Sexual sins - 4. Sometimes I feel dead sexually I sometimes view images or think about inappropriate thoughts but it's not everyday in my life like when I was young 2.) Spiritual sins - 2 my marriage has been somewhat a distraction to my relationship with GOD. I wish my husband can lead me to Christ . This hurts our marriage more because he often says he struggles with believing GOD is "real or cares" and he says that he can not have the stuff he wants because of GOD and it is His "fault" which quickly told that isn't true at all and that GOD loves us all and that we decide as humans to choose the wrong things to do and disobey Him and get back what we put out . .3) social sin - 3 I still struggle with deep rooted anger from being abused and it is a struggle that I am fighting to let go .my temper . And gloom hurts me and those around me . Jealousy because I see other wives happy and getting abused and I want that in my marriage. 4.) Societal sin: - 5 partying is over for me that got in a lot of trouble in my youth and put something so sour mentally on me that I do not desire it it hurt my relationship with GOD then . So no I don't need to go party My overall score is 14 😢 I have to keep praying to GOD to help my marriage so that my husband can lead me to Christ .

[@spicypumpkins2640]

Sexual sins: 3/5 Spiritual sins: 4/5 Social sins: 2/5 Societal sins: 5/5 Total: 14/20 %: 70 It's good to know am on the right track. This quiz was real eye opening on areas I need to focus on and improve. Will definitely be sharing this video.

[@theobeegee7750]

Thank you pastor Allen. This video has opened my eyes to areas in my life that I need to work on

[@stephanyv.9256]

I got the same score, lots of work to do but this helped me distinguish where I need to start in order to submit fully to the spirit and not my flesh. I had my lowest score in social sin as well, I know it wasn’t mentioned but gossip is something I struggle with so i considered it when scoring myself and it brought me down by a lot. I am excited to start growing in and with God and to see where he takes me for his glory alone!

[@tjlyricz4730]

I scored ok, but the thing I take from this is, without god in my life, and before expecting Jesus, I would of scored 0 on everything single thing. Most of these things I have under control with the help of the lord. I think lingering to long at images on social media is my main issue. Got my anger in check Quit porn Quit weed Quit partying or even being around certain temptations. Forgave some many people from my past, including my mum who didn’t raise me, but I give thanks for her now regardless. 😍 All thanks to the power of Yah 🙏🏿😇