9: Negative Thoughts: Monica Hansen on how the enemy works against us
Description
Monica Hanson opens up about her journey through spiritual warfare, sharing her personal testimony and offering practical ways to overcome life’s challenges by putting on the full armor of God. She emphasizes the power and authority we have through Christ, encouraging us to stand firm against the enemy’s attacks.
We speak vulnerably about struggles with emotional eating, binge eating, and body image issues. Sharing the profound truth that our identity is found in Christ, and it's through His word that we can fight the lies of the enemy. Together, they discuss the damaging cycle of binge eating and self-punishment, which stands in direct contrast to the sacrifice Jesus made on the cross.
Monica remind us of the importance of turning to God for help, understanding that He is the ultimate answer to our struggles. She encourage listeners to lean on Him, and to carry their burdens with the faith that God will provide the strength and grace to overcome them. It's the power of praising God even in the midst of life’s storms, trusting in His purpose and plan for our lives that gives us freedom.
Connect with Monica Hansen
https://www.facebook.com/GracefulWarrior8
https://warriorsofgod70.podbean.com/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/freedomandflourish
Sound Bites
- "I came to the point where I just, I couldn't carry my burdens anymore of knowing the sin that I had in my life and running from God."
- "The enemy wants to tear us to shreds."
- "Understanding that if it's anything that's not the truth, if it doesn't come from love, if I have any thought that isn't about joy, peace, and love, it's coming from the enemy."
- "We use it as maybe a way of punishment."
- "We are taking away what Christ did on the cross and saying, you know what, that wasn't good enough."
- "Cast our burdens before Him because He cares for us."