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Overcoming Sin

How can I stop the cycle of sin and overcome? The answer is through understanding and practicing repentance that works. If you are struggling to overcome a certain sin, why not ask yourself, Do I really understand repentance, and am I really willing to practice it? Am I truly willing to change?

Overcoming

  • by United Church of God
At times we may feel like the apostle Paul did—we want to do well but we keep doing what we hate (Romans 7:15-19).

When Little Is More

  • by Robert H Berendt
Some years ago when my wife, Valerie, and I were serving God's people in the Nuremberg area of Germany, we had an occasion to visit with an old lady in the city of Hof.

Treasure Digest: Let's Win the Race!

  • by Janet Treadway
Recently I watched the popular movie Seabiscuit. After it was over, the tears just flowed as I thought of all the lessons that I learned from this movie based on a true story.
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A man pruning a tree branch.

God's Pruning Process

  • by Andy McClain
I agonized over pruning my trees because I thought it would harm them. Pruning, whether physical or spiritual, doesn’t seem pleasant, but it really is necessary for health and growth.

Let's Keep on Going!

  • by Hector Earle
The adventures of the great Antarctic explorer Sir Ernest Shackleton carry meaning and inspiration for those on the Christian journey.
a man walking up a large hill with a sunset in the background

The Principle of the Slight Edge

  • by Cecil Maranville
The inability to perceive that we're making progress in overcoming can be profoundly discouraging to Christians. One reason for failure is that we may be trying to do too much at once. Read this encouraging article about a simple principle on how to succeed in overcoming.
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Secrets of Love

  • by Becky Bennett, Mike Bennett
What's the test of true, undying love? What are the secrets that allow love to flourish and grow in a world where the love of many grows cold?
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Godly People Can Also Suffer From Depression

  • by Noel Hornor
Some have imagined that depression is always the result of some sin, of a moral weakness. Although sin can cause depression, it is not true that sin is behind all bouts of depression.
Depression: Ways to Win the Battle

Depression: Ways to Win the Battle

  • by Noel Hornor
How widespread is depression? What are its causes? Most important, what are the weapons in the struggle against depression?

Seeking Help From God

  • by Noel Hornor
God—along with His inspired Word, the Bible—is the most powerful resource for combating depression. The Bible provides enlightenment and encouragement—tremendous help in depressing situations. Here are some examples.

Is It Depression or Only the Blues?

  • by Noel Hornor
Sometimes we're sad. Oftentimes when we're less than buoyant we say we're "depressed." But real depression—clinical depression—is more than just being sad or not quite buoyant.
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How To Overcome Sin

  • by John Meakin
You need to understand this vital biblical formula for overcoming sin.

Develop Your Spiritual Senses

  • by David Havir
Many want to avoid sin but don't know where to begin. By understanding the process of how sin occurs, you can better avoid it in your life.