07/11/2024
1 𝙅𝙊𝙃𝙉 2:16 𝙎𝘼𝙔𝙎:
"For everything in the world—the lust of the flesh, the lust of the eyes, and the pride of life—comes not from the Father but from the world."
This verse highlights three major sources of temptation that can distract believers from God:
1. 𝙇𝙐𝙎𝙏 𝙊𝙁 𝙏𝙃𝙀 𝙁𝙇𝙀𝙎𝙃: Refers to cravings that seek to satisfy physical desires in ways that are against God's will. This can involve indulgences, pleasures, or anything that puts physical gratification above spiritual growth.
2. 𝙇𝙐𝙎𝙏 𝙊𝙁 𝙏𝙃𝙀 𝙀𝙔𝙀𝙎: This speaks to our desires for things we see and want, often leading to greed or covetousness. It can cause us to prioritize materialism or envy over godly values, leading us to pursue what we see in the world rather than what God offers.
3. 𝙋𝙍𝙄𝘿𝙀 𝙊𝙁 𝙇𝙄𝙁𝙀: This reflects the human desire for status, recognition, or self-sufficiency—seeking glory or accomplishment apart from God. It can make us feel self-important, diminishing our dependence on God and overshadowing humility.
The verse warns that these desires and attitudes are not from God but are part of a worldly mindset that can lead us away from Him. Instead, believers are encouraged to align their desires and values with God’s kingdom, finding purpose, joy, and fulfillment in Him rather than in fleeting worldly pursuits.