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What does Mr. Erwin identify as the first D in overcoming spiritual battles?
What does Mr. Erwin identify as the first D in overcoming spiritual battles?
- Disobedience
- Despair
- Distraction
- Doubt (correct)
How does Mr. Erwin illustrate the concept of doubt in relation to Adam and Eve?
How does Mr. Erwin illustrate the concept of doubt in relation to Adam and Eve?
- Adam was the one who doubted God's intentions first.
- The serpent created uncertainty about God's commands. (correct)
- The serpent directly told Eve that God was lying.
- Eve questioned God without any provocation.
What effect does the enemy aim to achieve by planting seeds of doubt?
What effect does the enemy aim to achieve by planting seeds of doubt?
- To foster a sense of community among believers.
- To promote self-acceptance and growth.
- To break the trust in God. (correct)
- To encourage people to follow their dreams.
What personal struggle does Jay reveal to Mr. Erwin?
What personal struggle does Jay reveal to Mr. Erwin?
What does Mr. Erwin imply about self-doubt?
What does Mr. Erwin imply about self-doubt?
According to the discussion, what central question does God pose to humanity?
According to the discussion, what central question does God pose to humanity?
What does Mr. Erwin suggest regarding the reason behind Jay’s unique traits?
What does Mr. Erwin suggest regarding the reason behind Jay’s unique traits?
What does the hot weather symbolize in the context of Jay and Kay's visit?
What does the hot weather symbolize in the context of Jay and Kay's visit?
What is primarily causing Kay's doubts about her abilities?
What is primarily causing Kay's doubts about her abilities?
What does Mr. Erwin suggest is necessary for overcoming doubt?
What does Mr. Erwin suggest is necessary for overcoming doubt?
How does the enemy create doubt according to the discussion?
How does the enemy create doubt according to the discussion?
What story does Mr. Erwin use to illustrate the concept of doubt?
What story does Mr. Erwin use to illustrate the concept of doubt?
What emotions do Jay and Kay experience after discussing their doubts?
What emotions do Jay and Kay experience after discussing their doubts?
What strategy does the enemy use to deceive individuals regarding God's existence?
What strategy does the enemy use to deceive individuals regarding God's existence?
Which of the following is NOT mentioned as a consequence of believing in the enemy's lies?
Which of the following is NOT mentioned as a consequence of believing in the enemy's lies?
Flashcards
Doubt
Doubt
The enemy's tactic of making you question God's trustworthiness or your abilities.
Doubt as a Spiritual Battle
Doubt as a Spiritual Battle
Doubt is a tool used by the enemy to cause mistrust and discouragement in a spiritual battle.
Doubt's Source
Doubt's Source
Doubt often stems from comparing yourself to others who seem to be thriving and feeling inadequate.
God's Question to Us
God's Question to Us
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Self-Doubt
Self-Doubt
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Origin of Self-Doubt
Origin of Self-Doubt
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God's Perfect Creation
God's Perfect Creation
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Doubt as an Attack
Doubt as an Attack
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Perfectionism as a Response
Perfectionism as a Response
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Doubt's Source
Doubt's Source
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Trust in God, Not Self
Trust in God, Not Self
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Enemy's Deception Strategy (Doubt)
Enemy's Deception Strategy (Doubt)
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Doubt's Impact on Faith
Doubt's Impact on Faith
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God's Provision
God's Provision
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The Enemy's Deception (Cosmology)
The Enemy's Deception (Cosmology)
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Study Notes
Doubt - The First D
- Doubt is the first tactic the enemy uses to undermine trust in God.
- The enemy sows doubt by questioning God's trustworthiness and withholding the "best".
- This happens by highlighting perceived shortcomings or lack of success compared to others.
- Doubt can lead to resentment towards God.
- Self-doubt is not genuine self-criticism, it's the enemy filling the mind with doubt and attacking one's identity.
- The enemy targets insecurities and perceived failures.
- Bullying can reinforce self-doubt and discouragement.
Doubt in Specific Situations
- Doubt about personal abilities (e.g., music, filmmaking, sports)
- Doubt about God's favoritism towards others
- Fear of making mistakes and disappointing others
The Enemy's Strategy
- The enemy focuses on what one lacks rather than what one possesses
- The enemy encourages focusing on weaknesses rather than strengths.
- The enemy is skilled in creating doubt even about the existence of God.
Dealing with Doubt
- Remember that God created you perfectly for a specific reason.
- Realize that doubt is not from a personal place, but from the enemy.
- Trust in God, not in oneself.
- Recognize that God provides abundance.
- Don't blame yourself for doubt.
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