How to contend against Satin.

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These are notes from a church talk. Any inaccuracies are the fault of the note taker.

– Watchful unto prayer continually: In the coming days it will not be possible to survive spiritually without the guide, directing, comforting and constant influence of the Holy Ghost. President Nelson
– Observed that when cheetah chases the topi, they will position themselves at different positions around the herd. One will let itself be seen to draw the attention of the Topi, while the others sneak close. Just like Satan, they were very slow and patient. Elder Bednar.
– Coloring of chaeta blends in with the surrounding landscape.
– Both the cheetah and Satan are focused.
– The three Ds of the devil. Divisiveness(?) Distraction and discouragement.
– Read the scriptures.
– Remember satin’s motivations to destroy us.
– When you get a thought in your mind is it true, helpful, kind?
– When overstressed try prayer and mediations or uplifting music.
– Boyed k packer: If you feel unworthy or unspiritual, sing a song. Memorize one. Then give yourself a sermon. Memorize the hymn.
– There are audio files up on the lds.org web site or other good sources.
– If a mind is fussing, one has memorized the 13 articles of faith.
– Gospel living app is good just not for the youth but great for adults.
– When we get in a sad mood, we can choose what we think.
– Stay awake and stay alert:
– Bednar: spiritual thoughtlessness invites great dangers into our lives.
– Be intentional in everything you do especially in your spiritual lives.
– Nelson: spiritual safety lies in (never taking the first enticing step toward going where you should not go and doing what you should not do. Nelson.
– A Sunday well spent is worth a week of content.

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