HOW TO GROW IN YOUR RELATIONSHIP WITH GOD - Step Four

Apply God's Word to your life. This means not only reading and studying the Bible but also living it out in your daily situations. God's Word is the truth that sets you free from sin and error. It is also the instruction manual for your life, showing you how to love God and love others.

By applying God's Word to your life, you can grow in your obedience and faithfulness to God and in your holiness and righteousness before Him. You can also experience His blessings and His peace in your life. See also Psalms 119:105.

AVOIDING TEMPTATION - Step Five

Avoid and flee from situations that trigger your temptations. Sometimes, the best way to overcome temptation is to avoid it in the first place. You can do this by being wise and careful about the places you go, the people you associate with, the things you watch, the things you listen to, and the things you do.

You can also set boundaries and limits for yourself and stick to them. If you find yourself in a situation where you are tempted, don't stay and try to resist, but flee and run away from it.