Bait of Satan: Living Free from the Deadly Trap of Offense
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| Rating | : | 4.53 (818 Votes) |
| Asin | : | B005B8O7RI |
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| Number of Pages | : | 288 Pages |
| Publish Date | : | 2013-03-06 |
| Language | : | English |
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In this tenth anniversary edition of his best-selling book, John Bevere shows you how to stay free from offense and escape the victim mentality. You will find answers to tough questions like these: Why am I compelled to tell "my side" of the story? How can I fight thoughts of suspicion or distrust? What can I do to stop rehearsing past hurts? How can I regain trust after someone deeply offends me? This audio book will help you escape the enemy's "offensive trap" as well as empower you to stay free of offense, enabling you to have an unhindered relationship with God.. Most people who are ensnared by the bait of Satan don't even realize it. If offense is handled correctly, you will become stronger rather than bitter. Escape the enemy's deadly trap! The Bait of Satan exposes one of the most deceptive snares Satan uses to get believers out of the will of God - offense. Don't be fooled! You will encounter offense, and it's up to you how it will affect your relationship with God. With more than 400,000 copies in print, this audio book includes testimonials of transformed people who have read the original book and a devotional supplement, featuring discussion questions, scriptures, and prayers. Your response will determine your future
Marvin Jennings said Undoing A Lifetime of Behavior. Before reading The Bait of Satan, I was sure when living a life in service to God, you would often be tested by the words and actions of those who had not yet found Christ. I believed as stated in Matthew 5: 10, "Blessed are those who have been persecuted for the sake of righteousness, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven". I believed the offense I felt was evidence of my persecution, that as stated in 1 Peter, Undoing A Lifetime of Behavior Before reading The Bait of Satan, I was sure when living a life in service to God, you would often be tested by the words and actions of those who had not yet found Christ. I believed as stated in Matthew 5: 10, "Blessed are those who have been persecuted for the sake of righteousness, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven". I believed the offense I felt was evidence of my persecution, that as stated in 1 Peter, 3:1Undoing A Lifetime of Behavior Marvin Jennings Before reading The Bait of Satan, I was sure when living a life in service to God, you would often be tested by the words and actions of those who had not yet found Christ. I believed as stated in Matthew 5: 10, "Blessed are those who have been persecuted for the sake of righteousness, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven". I believed the offense I felt was evidence of my persecution, that as stated in 1 Peter, 3:14, I am blessed if I suffer for the sake of righteousness. I believed suffering was a natural byproduct of offense. I would forgive the offender for offending me. Like Christ forgave. And then I read this book. I. , I am blessed if I suffer for the sake of righteousness. I believed suffering was a natural byproduct of offense. I would forgive the offender for offending me. Like Christ forgave. And then I read this book. I. :1Undoing A Lifetime of Behavior Marvin Jennings Before reading The Bait of Satan, I was sure when living a life in service to God, you would often be tested by the words and actions of those who had not yet found Christ. I believed as stated in Matthew 5: 10, "Blessed are those who have been persecuted for the sake of righteousness, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven". I believed the offense I felt was evidence of my persecution, that as stated in 1 Peter, 3:14, I am blessed if I suffer for the sake of righteousness. I believed suffering was a natural byproduct of offense. I would forgive the offender for offending me. Like Christ forgave. And then I read this book. I. , I am blessed if I suffer for the sake of righteousness. I believed suffering was a natural byproduct of offense. I would forgive the offender for offending me. Like Christ forgave. And then I read this book. I. Upgraded 20th anniversary edition Having read the original Bait of Satan about 15 years ago I was intrigued that there was a 20th anniversary edition. I purchased it with the thought of using it as augmented reading for a course I anticipated teaching at our church training center.The premise of the whole book is an area that we may not think too much about--offense. Yet, if we fall for it, offense can be deadly to our lives as Christians.I was pleasantly surprised that with this edition Bevere added a 30 day study guide that will aid in applying what was read to your personal life. There are also added affirmations at the end of each chapter to declare a. thanks! Our Christian counselor, Dr. David Cox, recommended I read The Bait of Satan when I just couldn't get past my anger of my husband's affair.I was amazed after only reading half way through the book my friends were even commenting that they had seen a change in me and I "seem to be in a better place with your (my) anger".I had refused so long that I had any anger towards the issues because I had prayed "forgiveness prayer" toward my husband. But I didn't see that I was still holding on to the anger because I didn't know how to or even that I needed to.A huge peace has come into my life. My circumstances haven't changed but