Counsel #20 — Moving Against Temptation

Picture: Counsel #20 — Moving Against TemptationCWe 90.1

The human brain, a masterpiece of divine complexity and the driving force behind your thoughts, emotions, and actions, depends on a continuous supply of oxygen for optimal functioning. The frontal lobe of the brain, which is responsible for critical duties like decision-making, planning, problem-solving, and addressing moral issues, is particularly dependent on oxygen.CWe 90.2

Exercise increases blood circulation to the frontal lobe, enhancing cognitive functioning while deepening spiritual awareness and fostering a closer relationship with God. Additionally, it heightens your capacity to discern His will and resist the lure of temptation. As an enemy to the body of Christ, Satan seeks to disrupt this connection by cultivating habits such as laziness, distractions, and unhealthy lifestyles that cloud minds and disrupt spiritual focus. Purposeful physical activity can help you care for your body and mind as God's temple and strengthen your spiritual armor against Satan's attacks.^{[102]https://ilford.adventistchurch.org.uk/bibleinfo_topics/temptation?_=1733517795629.2688}CWe 90.3

“Finally, be strong in the Lord and in His mighty power. Put on the full armor of God, so that you can take your stand against the devil’s schemes.” Ephesians 6:10-11 NIVCWe 90.4

“Our work is to ‘resist the devil,’ not harbor his doubts; and if we do this, the promise is ‘he will flee from you.’” Ellen White in That I May Know Him, p. 245CWe 90.5

Reflect: Did you know that leading an active lifestyle is directly correlated with better brain functioning? CWe 90.6