My Journey Through Temptation and How I Stayed Focused
INTRODUCTION Temptation is a silent battle many of us fight every day. For me, it wasn’t just about resisting what was wrong—it was about choosing what was right, even when it felt impossible. GETTING HONEST My journey began with a desire to become a better man. I was tired of cycles that stole my peace and clouded my mind. Whether it was addiction, negative thoughts, or destructive habits, I felt like I was losing. But then I did something simple and powerful: I got honest with myself. I stopped pretending, admitted my weakness, and in that moment, I found strength—not in myself, but in God. HOW TO STAY FOCUSED 1. Stayed Connected to the Truth Scriptures like 1 Corinthians 10:13 reminded me that no temptation is too great with God on my side. 2. Build New Habits I replaced old routines with new ones: working out, journaling, worship, and meaningful conversations. 3. Learned to Forgive Myself Growth isn’t about perfection—it’s about progress. Every fall bec...