Welcome, Warriors, to another episode of The Power of God’s Whisper Podcast. Have you ever found yourself longing for something that, deep down, you knew wasn’t from God? The enemy is a master at twisting our desires, making sin look appealing, and leading us down a path of destruction. But here’s the truth: your desires don’t have to rule you—God’s power in you is greater!
Our springboard for today’s discussion is: James 4:7 – "Submit yourselves therefore to God. Resist the devil, and he will flee from you."
Temptation often begins as a whisper, a subtle shift in what we crave. The enemy doesn’t come with a pitchfork and horns; he comes as a deceiver, taking what is good and corrupting it. Just like in the Garden of Eden, he persuades us that what we want is harmless—or even beneficial—when in reality, it’s a trap. He makes sin look desirable, disguising rebellion as freedom, indulgence as self-care, and pride as confidence.
James 4:7 gives us the key: Submit to God first. Resisting the devil isn’t just about saying no—it’s about saying yes to God’s best for us. When we submit to God, our desires align with His. When we resist the enemy’s lies, we strip sin of its power. And when we stand firm in truth, Satan flees.
So how do we fight this battle for our desires? First, we must recognize the deception. If something pulls us away from God, it’s not from Him. Second, we need to guard our hearts and minds through scripture and prayer, training ourselves to desire what is good. Third, we must take action—rejecting sin, surrounding ourselves with godly influences, and walking in obedience.
Question of the Day: What is one desire in your life that needs to be submitted to God today?
Let’s Pray: Lord, You created us with desires meant to glorify You, but the enemy seeks to corrupt them. Strengthen us to resist temptation, open our eyes to deception, and help us walk in Your truth. Align our hearts with Yours, so that we desire what is holy and good. In Jesus’ name, Amen.
Let’s Get To Work!
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