Talks With Thomas Thomas Holloway

We have to build up our defenses against sin.

God's Battle Plan for the Mind by David Saxton

How did the Puritans Meditate on Sin?
1. They meditated on how awful sin is.
2. They meditated on how foolish sin is and what its consequences are.
3. They meditated on their weak spots.
4. They meditated to find grace and help.

Scripture Used in this Episode: Psalm 119:11; Romans 8:1; 1 John 1:9

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When Jesus was tempted He leaned in His Word.
When Israel was led through the wilderness, they survived on God’s Word. 

Every time Israel went out to get manna in the wilderness, God had some prepared for them. And God has something prepared for you. You just have to come and spend time with Him in His Word and in prayer. God wants us to thrive and we can only do that when we spend time with Him.

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H.E.A.R. Journaling  Highlight - What verse or verses are sticking out at the main point of this passage? Explain - In my own words, what is this passage saying? You can use commentaries, but you don't have to do that all the time. Apply - What do I do with this in my life? Respond - What am I going to do? What commitments am I going to make? What thanks do I need to give to God? The Heart of Worship (MyDaily) Devotional by Johnny Hunt Connect Church 

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We hear over 4,000 messages a day. How do we make sure God’s Word sticks out above all the other messages? We meditate on Him and His Word.

Some days are not going to be perfect. Your time with God doesn't have to be perfect in order for it to be good. Sometimes all you can do is take 5 minutes to be still and remind yourself who God is. 
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My mind wanders off far too often when I pray or read my Bible.
Everyone gets distracted. 
How do we deal with the distractions?
1. Learn to notice and acknowledge the distractions. God already knows you're distracted, so talk to Him about it.
2. Ask God if you're being distracted or directed. Is the distraction your mind wandering or something God is directing you towards?
3. If it is a distraction, ask God to help you focus. He's the One who tames the seas, so He can definitely tame your mind.
This all gets easier with practice, but don't ever expect it to be easy. Distractions will come to keep you from enjoying prayer, but God can and will help you. 
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