Growing in God's Word Lesson 3 - God's Word and Cleansing

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Based on the information presented in the video, why is knowing God's word critical to dealing with heart issues (strongholds)? *

What happens we we allow a sin to persist in our lives without repentance (Pick two) *

We become strong capable independent individuals who can do anything!

Sin is given authority over us and that we will consistently struggle to resist that sin issue.

Nothing as where sin abounds grace does much more abound.

Over time that sin becomes stronger in a us due to continual yielding to it.

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Jacob as a young child was always taught that it was better to look out for himself then for others. When he was young he was bullied a lot and so he would constantly fight those that hurt him. In his adult years Jacob finds little joy in life, and only rejoices when he sees other hurting. In his mind, he now understands this isn't right, but he finds it very hard to change his emotions and thoughts. What has happened to Jacob's heart.

Jacob is absolutely right to feel the way he does. After all he was taught so and nobody has any business hurting Jacob.

Jacob just has a minor problem. He can change at any time!

Due to an lifestyle of hate, hate has become a stronghold in heart thus making it very hard to love others.

The devil possessed him and now he has absolutely no choice but to hate others.

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What does it mean when you possess authority?

You have absolutely no control over anything.

You are a very successful individual and great things are in store for you.

Everyone who sees you will fear you and tremble.

You have been given the power, right, and jurisdiction to command something or someone

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What was Jesus most impressed with when he encountered the Centurion in Matthew 8:5-10

The great success of this centurion and the amount of troops he could command.

The fact that he built his nation a synagogue and was very generous to the Jewish people.

The great obedience that he had for the Lord.

The great faith he had due to his understanding of authority. The understanding that Jesus could simply speak and take command over something and it obey him.

True or False - We have the power to overcome heart issues and strongholds on our own. *

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Why is scripture one of the greatest weapons we have in the fight against strongholds.

Because they have a real feel good message.

The scripture has the ability to divide soul and spirit.

Because you have really good head knowledge of the Bible and you can be proud of that!

God's word posses a greater authority then that of any stronghold!

True or False - Even if you don't struggle with a particular sin, it is still good to know God's word in relation to that sin. *

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How shall a young man cleanse his way?

With a lot of really expensive therapy.

With a lot of encouragement and good thoughts!

Bleach!! Because bleach will turn anything white again!

By taking heed to the Word of God and hiding it in our hearts!

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If the Lord requires you to do something or give up something, obedience is important for which reason?

Because the Lord wants to show His dominion over you by making you obey.

Because He can see your heart far better than you can, and you can't tell how much you are harming yourself with disobedience.

Because the Lord enjoys watching you suffer and give up things you enjoy.

Because others will look at you poorly in the church if you don't obey.

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Why does seeking the Kingdom of God greatly help us in getting free of strongholds?

Because if you have more of the Kingdom (King's Dominion) in God in you, then you have more authority to say no to sin.

So you can glow from the inside out with pure awesomeness!

Because as you seek the Kingdom of God, God begins to set you free and equip you to labor in His Kingdom!

Because you make up for your faults by doing something good!

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Why is it important to be in submission to your spiritual authorities such as your Bishop, Sr. Pastor, or Pastor?

Because they are much smarter than you!

Because it's good to have favor with church leadership!

Because they provide a spiritual covering, and stepping outside of that exposes us to the enemy.

Because God will love you more if you are in submission.

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Why does seeking the Kingdom of God greatly help us in getting free of strongholds?

Because if you have more of the Kingdom (King's Dominion) in God in you, then you have more authority to say no to sin.

So you can glow from the inside out with pure awesomeness!

Because as you seek the Kingdom of God, God begins to set you free and equip you to labor in His Kingdom!

Because you make up for your faults by doing something good!

True or False - It is far better to pray for others who struggle from a heart issue rather then just focusing on yourself. *

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Why is it critical to love and serve others as part of our battle against strongholds?

Because what goes around comes around.

So you can have a lot of friends and people who like you.

Because as we love others, God dwells in us, and His love is perfected in us.

Because it makes God love you more than others.