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We all at one time conducted ourselves in harmony with the desires of our flesh" - Ephesians 2:3



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"But each one is tried by being drawn out and enticed by his own desire.
Then the desire, when it has become fertile, gives birth to sin" - James 1:14, 15

"O you who love Jehovah, hate what is bad" - Psalm 97:10

<< Sexual Fantacies [INDEX] >>

<< RC 2016 [Entertainment]>>

<< w16 9/15 p. 9 [improper thoughts - struggle] >>

"Like Cain, a Christian today could be following the wrong path even while professing to worship Jehovah. (Jude 11) For instance, one could nurture immoral fantasies, greedy thoughts, or hateful feelings toward a fellow Christian. (1 John 2:15-17; 3:15) This thinking can lead to sinful actions. All the while, one could be active in the ministry and regular at congregation meetings. Other humans may not be aware of our thoughts and conduct, but Jehovah sees all things and knows if we are not wholeheartedly on his side.​—Read Jeremiah 17:9, 10" - w18 7/15 p. 18 par 5

We cannot expect to be holy if we are feeding on improper thoughts and desires. We must love Jehovah with “a clean heart.” (1 Tim. 1:5) But the heart is treacherous, and we may not even realize how deeply “the things in the world” are affecting us. (Jer. 17:9) Therefore, should we not ‘keep testing whether we are in the faith, keep proving what we ourselves are’ by honest self-examination in light of what we study in the Bible?—2 Cor. 13:5. ~ w13 8/15 p. 25 par 18

"The Bible reveals that Jehovah is saddened when people pursue a wicked course and ‘the inclination of their thoughts is only bad all the time.’ (Read Genesis 6:5, 6.) From this we can perceive that sexual fantasizing is wrong because it can lead to serious sin that is forbidden in the Scriptures and is out of harmony with Jehovah’s way of thinking. The disciple James wrote: “The wisdom from above is first of all pure, then peaceable, reasonable, ready to obey, full of mercy and good fruits, impartial, not hypocritical.” (Jas. 3:17) Being aware of this, we should be moved to reject entertainment that fuels impure thoughts and inclinations. Perceptive Christians do not need to ask whether it is acceptable to be entertained by a certain book, movie, or game that features what Jehovah hates. His mind on such matters is made clear in his Word." - w16 5/15 p. 17 par 15

"what if you struggle with unclean thoughts? Rather than give in to temptation, prayerfully reject such desires. You will thus fortify your self-control. Are you facing opposition from an unbelieving family member? Instead of yielding under pressure, be determined to maintain your pattern of wholehearted worship. Consequently, you will strengthen your confidence in Jehovah. Remember: To have God’s approval, we must endure.—Rom. 5:3-5; Jas. 1:12" - w16 4/16 p.17 par 16

"Thus, Jehovah tells us to put forth “earnest effort” in developing godly qualities. (Read 2 Peter 1:5-7; Col. 3:12) He expects us to work hard to control our thoughts and feelings. (Rom. 8:5; 12:9) Having made a genuine effort in this regard, we feel all the more satisfied when we realize that the Bible is still changing our life." - w16 5/15 p. 20 par 13

"In fighting this battle, we need to rely on Jehovah, not on ourselves. Will he be pleased if we try to save ourselves with “the power of the horse,” that is, where humans turn for help? No! Neither are we to rely on “the strong legs of a man,” acting as if we or some other human could bring salvation. (Ps. 147:10) Rather, we must approach Jehovah, begging for his help. Unlike human counselors, he never gets tired of hearing our petitions, even when we ask for his help over and over. “Jehovah finds pleasure in those who fear him, in those waiting for his loyal love.” (Ps. 147:11) We can trust that in his loyal love, he will stick with us and help us to conquer our wrong desires." - w17 7/15 p. 20 par 13

SOJJ: #45: The Meditation of My Heart (Psalms 19:14 - See also Psalm 49:3; 63:6; 139:17, 23; Phil. 4:7, 8; 1 Tim. 4:15)
www.jw.org/en/library/music-songs/sing-out-joyfully/45-meditation-of-my-heart/?media=sjjc

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“For the flesh is against the spirit in its desire, and the spirit against the flesh;
these are opposed to each other” - Gal 5:17

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"For we are overturning reasonings and every lofty thing raised up against the knowledge of God,
and we are bringing every thought into captivity to make it obedient to the Christ " - 2 Corinthians 10:5

JAMES CHAPTER 1

<< BACK : CHAP 1 Verse 4-5

• Wrong desires* leads to sin and death [14, 15]

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CONTINUE... CHAP 2 Verses 1-9 [Favoritism] >>

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“Where the spirit of Jehovah is, there is freedom ” -2 Corinthians 3:17

"Do not love either the world or the things in the world. If anyone loves the world,
the love of the Father is not in him" - 1 John 2:15-17

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<< Seven Deadly Sins [Things God Hates] >>

"Everything in the world [...] the desire of the flesh and the desire of the eyes
and the showy display of one’s means of life —does not originate with the Father" - 1 John 2:15-17

<< Improper Thoughts [INDEX] >>

<< w16 5/15 p. 17 par 15 [Sexual Fantacies] >>

<< w18 9/15 p. 20 par 13 [Clean Thinking] >>



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* "harmful way”—any improper desires¤ or inclinations—that could lead us into sin? (Compare Psalm 139:24 ))

¤ Improper desires: " One brother who was swept away by immoral desires said after he returned to the congregation, “I was drawn by a force so powerful that I did not turn back until it was too late.”" - w17 11/15 p. 26 par 4

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Avoid What Erodes Loyalty (3"00)
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"By this the love of God was revealed in our case, that God sent his only-begotten Son
into the world so that we might gain life through him" - 1 John 4:9

“ let us work what is .good toward all, but especially toward those related to us in the faith.” - Gal 6:10

"A man of knowledge restrains his words, and a discerning man will remain calm” - Proverbs 17:27

JAMES CHAPTER 1

<< BACK : CHAP 1 Verse 4-5

• All good gifts from our generous God - Compare Mat 5:45 [1:16-17]
• Jehovah is a constant and reliable God [1:18]

SOJJ: #1: Jehovah’s Attributes (Revelation 4:11 - See also Psalm 36:9 ; 145:6-13; Eccl. 3:14; Jas. 1:17)
www.jw.org/en/library/music-songs/sing-out-joyfully/1-jehovahs-attributes/?media=sjjc





CONTINUE... CHAP 1 Verses 23-25 [mirror] >>

CONTINUE... CHAP 2 Verses 1-9 [Favoritism] >>

CONTINUE... CHAP 2 Verses 14-19 [Faith: Abraham] >>

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“How many things you have done,O Jehovah my God,Your wonderful works and your thoughts toward us. None can compare to you; If I were to try to tell and speak of them,They would be too numerous to recount!” - Psalms 40:5

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Samuel F. Herd: Presenting Your Gifts to God (Rom 12:1; Col 3:24)
tv.jw.org/#en/mediaitems/StudioTalks/pub-jwb_201904_2_VIDEO

Do You Appreciate God-Given Gifts?
www.jw.org/en/library/magazines/watchtower-study-may-2020/Do-You-Appreciate-God-Given-Gifts/

SOJJ: #46: We Thank You, Jehovah (1 Thessalonians 5:18 - See also Ps. 50:14; 95:2; 147:7; Col. 3:15.)
www.jw.org/en/library/music-songs/sing-out-joyfully/46-we-thank-you-jehovah/?media=sjjc

OSONGS: #54: Thankful for God's Creation (Psalm 118:1)
www.jw.org/en/library/videos/#en/mediaitems/VODOriginalSongs/pub-osg_54_VIDEO
www.jw.org/en/library/music-songs/original-songs/thankful-for-gods-creation/

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