Victorious Life – 1

The Sources of Defeat

Our Thoughts

Proverbs 24:9

The devising of folly is sin, and the scoffer is an abomination to mankind.

2 Corinthians 10:5

We destroy arguments and every lofty opinion raised against the knowledge of God, and take every thought captive to obey Christ,

Psalm 139:23

Search me, O God, and know my heart!

Try me and know my thoughts!

Our Pride

James 4:6

But he gives more grace. Therefore it says, “God opposes the proud, but gives grace to the humble.”

Proverbs 16:18

Pride goes before destruction, and a haughty spirit before a fall.

Romans 12:16

Live in harmony with one another. Do not be haughty, but associate with the lowly. Never be wise in your own sight.

Our Carelessness

Proverbs 4:23

Keep your heart with all vigilance, for from it flow the springs of life.

Proverbs 22:3

The prudent sees danger and hides himself, but the simple go on and suffer for it.

1 Peter 5:8

Be sober-minded; be watchful. Your adversary the devil prowls around like a roaring lion, seeking someone to devour.