Peer Help Groups: Savior's Role in Overcoming Temptation

Tuesday, September 27, 2005

Savior's Role in Overcoming Temptation

It was brought to my attention by by a statement made at Heart to Heart that our programs may not focus quite enough on the dependency we have on the Lord to overcome any trial in life. It's not that I don't believe people have the ability to change their behavior, but we're looking for something different. I believe that most of the hundreds that have used this site are seeking a change of heart as well. So, how can alterations can we make to the current programs that would emphasize more our dependence on Christ? As of now, the goal program primarily focuses on changing behavior. While we talk about reading the scriptures and praying everyday, the focus is still a behavioral one. This isn't complete unless we're also doing something to help those using the program focus on the Atonement as well. Refer to a previous post on the Goal Setting Program if you want to know how it works. In summary, the user chooses new steps each week that lead to a higher, more long-term goal. The user also explains the scenarios surrounding the keeping or not keeping of these steps. How do we alter this format to focus more on the Savior? And as long as we're at it, we are currently developing Version Two of the Recovery Programs. Now is a primetime to reevaluate the emphasis we're placing on the Savior and to think about how to refocus on Him in the healing and recovery process. I'm going to be thinking about this the next few days and any input would be appreciated.

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I don't know if you can utilize the book "Believing Christ" in your program, but I highly recommend it. It literally changed my life.

Something needs to happen within the individual where they finally come to the realization they *no longer have the desire* to sin.

I'm living proof that people can change, and the sin I used to struggle with is actually repulsive to me now.

I recommend tying in that book... at least the parts where it focuses on the Atonement, when the Savior is completely alone.

Snot up and down my sleeves, I was bawling so much.
 
Thanks Buck. I'm definitely going to try and implement things from that book. I've heard great things and I think I'll have time to read it this week. Thanks for the suggestion.
 
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