God most often appeals to us through our reason; Satan usually appeals to our desires.

When Satan tempted Eve, he first attacked her reason by casting doubt on God. Gen.3:1-6

But that was a smoke screen, a diversion to confuse her so that he could conquer her desires.

She saw that the tree was good to eat, a delight to the eyes, and desirable. 1 John 2:16

How do we prevent sin from attacking our desires? On defense, we flee. 2 Tim.2:22 On the offensive, we set our hearts to delight on spiritual values. Col.3:1; Psa.1:2
 
As shown in the picture above, like Peter and John on the first Easter morning (John 20:3-4) we must run to the risen Christ.
 
Psa.40:8 I delight to do your will, O my God; your law is within my heart.
 
Our reason, will and emotions should work, in that sequence. But we often reverse the order.

Our desires should not be driving the bus. We have to work at directing them toward God.

The Bible is filled with “success stories” of real people who trusted God and were blessed. Hebrews 11, the “Hall of Faith”, lists a small sample. Their lives can motivate us.

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