Temptation

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Angelwilliams06302007

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Saturday I went to a get together with my husband and on the way there he told me someone that I did not really get along with was there and when I got there I found myself getting intoxicated to deal with her. After I got home I felt so convicted then when I wit to church the teachings were about soul tieds ungoldly and godly and she brought up alcohol and I felt so bad. Yesterday I went to my mothers house and my stepfather bought me a drink I didn't even want it but as soon as my husband got me upset I found myself popping the cap open but as soon as I took drunk about 1/16 of the bottle it felt like I had drunk about two whole bottles. I felt convicted so I told my mother to pour it out she told me to keep it in case I want a drink another day or in cast I get depress about something. I took it with me and my husband upset me again on the way to the house. When I got out the car I poured it out because my heart wouldn't let me drink it. Do anyone have any advice about temptations and what I can do to calm me down as soon as I get upset because I have a quick temper. Better yet can I get someone to pray for me and my family please. I also know that I must also keep praying for myself and others.
 
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Angelwilliams06302007

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After reading my post I might have posted it in the wrong way I don't have a problem with anyone now that I'm trying to get my life together its just I was caught off guard when the devil step in and I ask that God bless me with awareness, to stay focus on what I'm trying to achieve, wisdom, and knowledge.
 
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bazilla

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That was a good thing that you poured it out when you got home, it means your listening to God. All these things that are trying to get you to drink is the devil. Now im not saying your moms the devil, but when she says "keep it, you might need it for later" thats the enemy talking. And when your husband upsets you, thats the devil getting in between your relationship to make you sin. Not only is the devil tempting you to drink, hes making you and your husband argue. So what I say you should do is embrace yourself in God more. Read the bible more, goto church more, fellowship more, and stay around positive influences. Tell your mom that you dont want to drink and tell her your reasons and make her know you dont want to do it. The devil will trick you any way possible. When you dealt with that lady you didnt like, you should have just stayed through it, cuz sooner or later, shes gonna leave, its not a perminant spot. So think about that next time. I will also pray for you. I hope my words help some, thats what im here for, and if you need to talk, dont hesitate to ask. God bless sister!
 
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sweetie36

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I have some Hurt feelings and I dont really get along to much with a couple of family members and when they say thing or do certian things I get really up set and start saying things I dont mean. And its really hard when I really dont care for a certain family member. I know what the Bible says But its hard when this person and His girlfriend treat their kids Badly. It upsets me so much. I want to say something but dont want to overstep my Boundries though. Kids are preciuos to all of us. I just dont know what to do to keep from geting so mad at them. But when I get mad Then I dont want to see these people,exspecially when its your spouses famii Because I say I dont want to see them any more but I cannt do that. that would hurt him and his family also. so I want to be able to see all of them and try to get along.
 
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Some people drink to forget or ignore their problems, but in reality, the problem is never taken care of that way. It merely gets pushed aside and often gets worse because of our neglecting to actualy deal with the problem. Some people get depressed and eat a whole lot. This doesn't make their depression go away, and it can cause bad health, which in turn is likely to make them more depressed! Likewise, drinking to "deal with" problems will not only fail to solve the initial problem at hand, but could turn to a knew problem in itself: alcoholism.

Alcohol, like food, is not generally a problem when used rightly, i.e, in moderation and with temperance. It can help lighten the mood, and a nice glass of wine can "gladden the heart" as the Bible says. The Bible also warns us about drunkeness. Never drink to be drunk! When we turn to alcohol as a way to deal with a problem, we abuse its original purpose just as if we were to stuff our face with food to deal with depression. This is how the devil takes something that can be good and uses it for ill reasons. Think of your own two hands. With your hands, you can create a beautiful work of art, write words of encouragement, speak to the def, or greet a stranger. This is a good use. You can also use your hands to make obscene gestures, write insults to hurt others, steal, and assault people...this is of course an evil use of our hands. In and of themselves, our hands are not good or evil, but we can use them for good or evil.

Don't run to alcohol to dull the discomfort of dealing with problems. The only way to make a problem go away is to solve it, and that is something we have to do ourselves by the grace and help of God. If alcohol can easily become another problem to deal with, then definately avoid it. If you feel you are able to deal with your problems by more proactive efforts and still enjoy the fruit of the vine in moderation and not in connection with problems, then don't feel bad for enjoying a nice beer or glass of wine now and again.

That being said, as a rule, I myself never ever ever drink alone. I see beer/wine as a social affair to be enjoyed in moderation with friends and family...and boy, a glass of Cabernet Sauvignon sure goes will with a nice steak! Mmm mm!
 
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Angelwilliams06302007

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Thanks you all for your help and I love you all. God bless
 
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christepidemic

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Sister Angel...

I would add that the devil is a "flesh" entity...NOT a "faith" entity...Let me explain.

Everything our enemy does is a counterfeit of what Christ does. Christ literally has the ability to speak to us on the inside and inspire us to action. Christ can do so because when we ask him to, he actually DOES dwell inside of us by way of the Holy Spirit. The enemy, however, can not "get in our heads" to inspire some action in us! Over time, the enemy has become an expert at watching us to find out where our weaknesses are...and then ordering his minions to "give us some more of that!"
The enemy also wears many masks...what I mean is through natural circumstances, or by watching the flow of natural events taking place in the people around us...he can manipulate relationships around us in order to bring temptation to us. He can cause disagreements between us and the people we love the most. He can be even more effective in this when he has friends and family at his disposal that have not asked Christ into their heart. There are two ways to effectively beat him at this game...

1) Stay close to Christ and continue to develop a strong relationship with him. In so doing, you will not only strengthen his voice inside you, but you will also find it easier to walk away from the things that tempt you. His word promises that He will always provide us a "way out" of our temptations. (1Corinthians 10:13)

2) Communicate what is inside you as clearly as you can. As Christ takes over within you, your heart is replaced in a sense by his. His love will come out as you communicate your thoughts and feelings to the people around you. "Unsaved" people might respond in a hostile way at first, but at least there is no more room for the enemy to create misunderstanding and miscommunication on your part. (Granted this one sounds easier than it actually is!)

I prayed for you before and after this writing...

Blessings,
Brother Dennis (Christepidemic):D
 
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