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Post by rical on Jun 9, 2017 14:17:23 GMT -7
Update on the car; her boy friend was able to get rid of the scratches with wax and elbow grease. 1.) I've learned I need to pay better attention to what's around me. 2.) The Holy Spirit reminded that condemnation comes from Satan not Christ. Everyone does something stupid sometimes. I found a great internet broadcast that deals with everyday pa issues. I access through Sermon Audio, if you search authors, it's Jonathan Daugherty. It's mostly interviews.
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Post by rical on Jun 10, 2017 18:34:25 GMT -7
1 John 1:9 KJV If we confess our sins, he is faithful and just to forgive us our sins, and to cleanse us from all unrighteousness.God doesn't just want me to confess to him but others also. Last night curiosity got the best of me. A lady in a tight fitting skirt was a trigger for me to figure out what type of under garments she had on. The flesh momentarily won but I was able to regain control. 1 Peter 2:11b KJV abstain from fleshly lusts, which war against the soul; we are at war and sometimes we will get bloody. Today I went to a wedding, more triggers. I had many victories with only one loss. I usually feel very socially retarded but today I felt like I fit right in. I made up my mind to except that my identity comes from Christ therefore nothing else matters. Again thank you everyone for walking the road to wholeness with me.
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Post by rical on Jun 13, 2017 14:03:07 GMT -7
At work I'm able to listen to down loads on my phone . For the last two days I've been listening to Pure Sex Radio. It is amazing listening to people just like me who are making it.
I love that I don't have to difiel every woman that comes into my field of vision . Everyday I find myself becoming more vigilant in protecting my sobriety. I don't care about the days I have, I just don't want to lose the peace of mind I'm getting.
The Lord reminded me today how selfish I am, that I need to persue emotional intimacy with my children just like I am with my wife. I have been debating mentioning this but if I'm serious about being accountable I need to. This Saturday my family and I are going to an amusement park that has a water park, not sure how I will do but I could use prayers that I will protect my heart and eyes.
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Post by Deleted on Jun 13, 2017 15:53:15 GMT -7
I will pray for you and your family.
Keep your eyes on what really matters in your life. God, your wife and your children. That will give you way more joy than some random person and you will remember the day fondly.
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Post by KevinesKay on Jun 14, 2017 13:25:36 GMT -7
Hey Rical. Thanks for sharing the info on Pure Sex Radio. They have 12 years worth of podcasts! When I'm done with the BG podcasts, I'll get cracking at those.
I can relate to the challenge of keeping custody of my eyes when at a water park. But spending quality time with my family is an outer circle behavior. And outer circle always takes precedence over my middle circle. Pray up real hard this weekend. And check in here often. You got this!
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Post by rical on Jun 17, 2017 19:31:58 GMT -7
Park update: The trip was a success. The Lord put"Ecclesiastes1:9 KJV The thing that hath been, it is that which shall be; and that which is done is that which shall be done: and there is no new thing under the sun." I told myself I will not be seeing anything I haven't seen before so no need to get excited. Satan did through one at me. I was in line for one of the slides several stories up, I happened to look over the edge and noticed someone changing. I told myself no and put the tube I was carrying against the side of my head creating a wall between me and her. Today was one of the most enjoyable times I had with my family because I was with them physically, emotionally and spiritually. I pray I don't have laten effects from today that will cause a relapse. One day at a time I suppose
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Post by rical on Jun 19, 2017 4:53:47 GMT -7
I had my most awesome Father's Day ever yesterday however when I got to work I suddenly felt an emotional drop. Thankfully I got in my Bible, prayed and texted my wife. I then connected with some people at work who also went to the picnic and now I'm here with my support. At church yesterday I was reminded that I still have a long way to go. Dresses with no slips underneath are still an eye/ stumbling block for me, although I'm getting better I need to remember it's the first step down a slippery ( no pun intended) slope.
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Post by Deleted on Jun 19, 2017 6:47:23 GMT -7
You are doing well! Keep going. This is a learning journey...I don't think it ever stops. I am still learning and working on my walk.
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Post by rical on Jun 21, 2017 19:27:29 GMT -7
Had a nice day with my wife today. We went for a bicycle ride and then sat at the beach for a little while. Before we went I texted a couple of friends asking for prayer. It was nice to not have my head on a swivel. My flesh tried acting up a couple of times but I told it no. Today would not have been possible without Jesus changing my heart and the support I receive from all you. Thanks
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Post by Deleted on Jun 22, 2017 11:37:36 GMT -7
Wow Rical! Good job with how you handled yourself before and during your trip to the beach. Our strength lies in humbling ourselves to ask for help when we need it...that is something I have to remind myself of often.
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Post by rical on Jun 23, 2017 3:51:26 GMT -7
Having trouble keeping my eyes and mind off a neighbor, she is large on top and whether she does on purpose or not I don't know (and it doesn't matter) but she wears loose fitting tops that exposes all her cleavage when she bends. James 4:7&8 [7] Submit yourselves therefore to God. Resist the devil, and he will flee from you. [8] Draw nigh to God, and he will draw nigh to you. Cleanse your hands, ye sinners; and purify your hearts, ye double minded.
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Post by rical on Jun 24, 2017 9:33:12 GMT -7
The flesh won today. God was faithful to protect my eyes from what Satan was so obviously offering me while letting me clearly see how quickly I can stray from him.
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Post by rical on Jun 25, 2017 6:07:37 GMT -7
My spirit is going in the wrong direction. Im starting my Bible time I'm hope that helps
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Post by Will on Jun 26, 2017 3:34:38 GMT -7
Sleep and hot food are always a great strengthener for me. God bless you Rical!
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Post by rical on Jun 27, 2017 14:31:20 GMT -7
Proverbs 22:3 KJV "A prudent man foreseeth the evil, and hideth himself: but the simple pass on, and are punished." I need to start applying this verse.
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