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When “Just One More” Becomes Too Much
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I hope you enjoyed your Independence Day celebrations this past weekend! 🇺🇸✨ In our family, we love to double up on the fun—this year we also threw in a few birthday bashes. On the 3rd and 4th, we celebrated Dave, Emily, and Craig. 🎂🎉
I happen to love Dave’s version of “man glitter.” 😍 (If you know, you know!) What a gift it is to celebrate him—and the life God has redeemed for us. We’ve made plenty of messes along the way, but by God’s grace, we get to keep learning how to serve each other, love better, and adventure together in thankfulness. Consider Maybe during all those celebrations, you found yourself enjoying just a little too much of something. I know I did! Isn’t it funny how we excuse our indulgence? “It’s a holiday!” we say. “It’s just one more [blank]…”—whether that’s dessert, scrolling, shopping, or that extra slice of pie. The truth is, temptation dazzles us daily—sometimes in small ways, sometimes in ways that can carry big consequences. I read an article recently that really made me pause. I thought you might appreciate it, too: 👉 “Bible Verses and Principles About Overcoming Temptation” - Covenant Eyes Blog How often do we stop to see temptation through God’s eyes instead of our own excuses? Reflect Here are a few more verses you might sit with this week as you think about where temptation sneaks in:
Over the last 20 years, I’ve learned this the hard way: I do not have enough willpower to overcome temptation on my own—no matter how stubborn I am. It’s only when I lean fully into God’s strength, trust His ways, and walk in obedience that I find freedom from the sin that so easily trips me up. (Hebrews 12:1) I’d love to hear from you—hit reply and share a verse that’s helped you fight temptation and stand firm in your faith. 🙏🏻 May I pray for you? Dear God, Thank you that Reader doesn’t have to stand alone when temptation comes calling. Remind Reader today that your strength is always enough when Readers runs out. Help [Reader see the way of escape you promise, and give her courage to take it. Thank You that You are faithful and patient with Reader. Keep Reader’s heart fixed on what is good and true—because that’s where freedom lives. Amen. |
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