Winning the Battle for Your Heart

1. How would you define temptation? What is the difference in temptation and sin? Why is it important that we recognize they are different?

2. How does Jesus defeat temptation in Matthew 4? If God’s Word is a vital part of overcoming our struggles, why do you think so many Christians do not prioritize knowing and understanding His Word?

3. Read Romans 7: 15-20. Do these verses offer any encouragement to you? Why?

4. Read James 1: 14. Where does James say temptation comes from? If this is true, how do we fight against temptation?

5. Read Jeremiah 17: 9. If our heart is deceitful, how do we overcome temptation? After discussion, read Galatians 2: 19-20.

6. We heard 4 simple steps to defeating temptation in our lives. What are those steps and which do you struggle with most? (Identify the areas temptation lingers most – Pray – Surround yourself with a Christ-centered community that pushes you – Fill your life with God’s Word so you know what He expects)

7. What have you found to be most ‘successful’ when fighting against temptation to sin?