Grace to You: Radio Podcast Fundamental Attitudes for Spiritual Maturity, Part 2
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Jan 1, 2026 John MacArthur discusses the vital role of spiritual habits like Bible study and serving others in shaping one's faith. He emphasizes the urgent need for vigilance against Satan's schemes, detailing how the enemy deceives unbelievers and attacks Christians through lust and pride. The extreme deception of Judas serves as a poignant example, alongside the trials believers may face as God allows tests. MacArthur highlights the importance of confronting false teachings and the reality of spiritual warfare in the life of every believer.
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Three Gates Of Temptation
- The three gates of temptation are the lust of the eyes, the lust of the flesh, and the pride of life.
- All of Satan's appeals reduce to seeing, feeling, and pride-based desires.
God Allows Tests From Satan
- God sometimes allows Satan to attack believers for divine purposes like testing or strengthening faith.
- Permission and sovereignty mean Satan operates under God's control in those cases.
Job's Trial Strengthened His Faith
- John MacArthur recounts Job as a believer whom God allowed Satan to attack yet he remained faithful.
- Job's suffering strengthened him and displayed the power of true faith.
