Thoughts
- prayer
- fasting
- talking to Abouna
What did the father do when the prodigal son returned?
Ran to him and hugged him.
What did we compare break free to?
Breaking chains
Why are thoughts important?
Thoughts lead to decisions and actions
What did the prodigal son desire? (4 answers)
Popularity, Money, Lusts, Independance
Why do we need to break free?
To find true love with God.
Why is it important to surround ourselves with a good environment?
Because we remember what we watch.
Why did the prodigal son's desires lead to sin?
Because he became obsessed and pushed his father away.
Wants vs desires?
Wants: material
Desire: emotional
What are the steps to sin?
thought, decision, action
What did the prodigal son say when he went back to his father?
I am not worthy to be called your son, but make me a humble servant.
When is money bad?
When it's all you can think about.
What are the steps to goodness?
thought, decision, action
What happens to us when we fall to sin?
Our soul becomes muddy.
Why is prayer essential?
Our brains have more than thousands of thoughts in a span of 5 minutes.
We are unable to contain our thoughts on our own. We need help. Then we have to ask for it from the One Who gives Help.... so pray