Wednesday, 3 March 2021

Overcoming temptations

- When we’re tempted to say that harsh word of disdain or contempt, let’s try to find something positive to say...

- When you can bring all kinds of excuses why not to pray, let’s try to count the many blessings we should be grateful for...

- When we’re tempted to drink and drive, let’s remember the risks we’re taking, and the dangers we’re placing others in...

- When we’re tempted to surf aimlessly on the Internet, let’s try to focus on a few instructive and helpful web-sites...

- When we’re tempted to stay home Sunday morning when you have company, let’s try to go to Church, and bring your company along...

- When we’re tempted to ignore that phone-call, send that letter, Card  or E-Mail, let’s try to respond and cheer someone up...

- When we’re so often tempted to eat that popular junk food, let’s try instead to nourish ourselves with some healthy food like vegetables and fruit...

- When we’re tempted to criticize and condemn, let’s say instead a word of praise and appreciation...

- When we’re tempted to judge others unfairly, let’s first put ourselves in their shoes or sandals...

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