The truth is getting blurry with technology and today we are talking about the Father of Lies (Satan) wants you to believe his lies. When you believe his lies as truth you may not be saying, doing, acting in ways you should. In some cases his lies make you feel bad, sad, etc and you throw yourself a pity party and he will join you every time.
Common Sense Check:
We realize there are true victims, and panic attacks are a real thing, but that's not what we are talking about today. This is more of a "Starbucks got my order wrong" victim.
Scripture and References
John 8:44 He is the father of lies
1 Corinthians 4:3 But with me it is a very small thing that I should be judged by you or by any human court.
Romans 1:22 Claiming to be wise, they became fools
Scarred Women's Study Dr. Robert Cleck
Philippians 4:4 Rejoice in the Lord always. I will say it again: Rejoice!
Phil 1:12-18
Now I want you to know, brothers and sisters, that what has happened to me has actually served to advance the gospel. As a result, it has become clear throughout the whole palace guard and to everyone else that I am in chains for Christ. And because of my chains, most of the brothers and sisters have become confident in the Lord and dare all the more to proclaim the gospel without fear.
1 Kings 19:4 It is enough; now, O Lord, take away my life, for I am no better than my fathers.”
Philippians 4:5 Let your gentleness be evident to all. The Lord is near.
1 Kings 19
13 And when Elijah heard it, he wrapped his face in his cloak and went out and stood at the entrance of the cave. And behold, there came a voice to him and said, “What are you doing here, Elijah?” 14He said, “I have been very jealous for the Lord, the God of hosts. For the people of Israel have forsaken your covenant, thrown down your altars, and killed your prophets with the sword, and I, even I only, am left, and they seek my life, to take it away.”
Book: How God Changes Our Brain: Breakthrough Findings from a Leading Neuroscientist (aff)
Handouts:
Christian Affirmations (pdf)
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