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12. Matthew 5:4 Mourn and be Comforted (Part 4) Turning Away from Self-Comforting
If the flesh is left alone, it will happily pursue its addictive program of self-comforting and self-medication until we die. The flesh is a master at avoiding emotional pain and avoiding the anxiety caused by on-going sin. As Christians, we … Continue reading
Posted in All Posts, Life in the Kingdom, Overcoming Idolatry, Addiction, and Self-Comforting
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11. Matthew 5:4 Mourn and be Comforted (Part 3) The False Path of Self-Comforting
This study discusses how the worldly aspects of our lives are an obstacle to true Godly comforting. It asks us to examine our conformity to the world, our habits, and our addictions for the sake of deepening our relationship with … Continue reading
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