Scripture: “But each person is tempted when they are dragged away by their own evil desire and enticed. Then, after desire has conceived, it gives birth to sin; and sin, when it is full-grown, gives birth to death.” -James 1:14–15 Additional Reading: Matthew 4:1–11, 1 Corinthians 10:13, Romans 13:14, 2 Timothy 2:22, Proverbs 7:25 Intro: When does sin actually begin? Most people think it starts with the action. The moment you fall. The moment you give in. But Scripture reve

Scripture: “When you fast, do not look somber as the hypocrites do, for they disfigure their faces to show others they are fasting. Truly I tell you, they have received their reward in full.” -Matthew 6:16 Additional Reading: Isaiah 58:6–9, Acts 13:2–3, Psalm 35:13, Matthew 17:21 Intro: Most people hesitate at the question because fasting has been misunderstood. Many believe it must involve food—and only food. But biblical fasting is deeper than that. It is the intentional