Spiritual Self-Control: Pushing Back The Enemy

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Spiritual Self-Control: Pushing Back The Enemy

March 17, 2024 • Dave D'Angelo • Psalm 23

Do you invite the enemy to your table? The devil looks for a seat at our table to distract us from God’s call on our lives and to turn us from God’s provision to our own provision. The devil feeds us lies, distracts, deceives, and devours us. With spiritual self-control, we can push the chair back so the devil can watch us eat the beautiful feast God provided for us. We must abandon all outcomes to God, giving Him our ultimate trust.

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