Philippians 4:13 I can do everything through Him who gives me strength.
Also read Ephesians 6:10-18
2007-02-16 09:31:18
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answered by one day at a time 2
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God says your body is the temple of the Holy Spirit/ The tobacco
has written on the can or pack,This is known to cause Cancer.
It can become a type of bondage,Satan works on that.
It will interfer with Your walk of Faith< It is hard to Pray for a Cocane Addict,when you are in bondage/ The reson I say this
I was addicted to smokless tobacco,I tried to quit,no success.
I presented this problem to God ,Thru Jesus & was delivered
I foun a Scripture and spoke it out loud,when satan tried to get me to give up,I worked Air Craft and the diffcult position my body was in(,I had to chew on something), Smoking will not send you to Hell, I don"t believe,but that coupled with Cheeseburgers You will probaley have a heart attack and die sooner.God has a plan for you, I don:t know what it is.,Jesus set you free,another one Whatsoever you ask Believe and you will recieve,Mark 11:23 &24,One more thing when you take this problem to the Alter, Leave it there,Then your Mind will be settled,rest.It is good to say God has Delivered Me,You are not Lying,You are agreeing with Gods Word.Here is what the arch-Enemy will throw at You,there will be People Smoking all around you.No matter, You are Delivered:Now some one around you is in bondage to some Habit,Pray for Them,watch the Holy Spirit go to Work.
2007-02-16 10:43:43
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answered by section hand 6
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LIKE learning to ride a bicycle, giving up tobacco is rarely accomplished the first time you try. So if you are determined to quit, you should be prepared to make repeated attempts until you are successful. Do not view a relapse as a defeat. Think of it as a learning experience, a small setback in what can be a successful program. Here are some suggestions that have worked for others. They may work well for you too.
Prepare Your Mind to Quit
* First, you must convince yourself that quitting is worth the effort. List your reasons for wanting to quit, including all the benefits. After you have quit, reviewing this list will strengthen your resolve. A desire to please God is the greatest motive for quitting. The Bible says that we should love God with our whole mind, heart, soul, and strength. That is something we cannot do if we are addicted to tobacco.—Mark 12:30.
* Analyze your smoking habits to figure out when and why you smoke. You may find it helpful to record on paper when and where you smoke each cigarette during a typical day. This will help you to foresee situations that may tempt you to smoke after you do quit.
Plan a Quit Date
Writing on calendar
* Choose a quit date, and mark it on your calendar. It is best to choose a day when you will not be under undue outside stress. When that day arrives, quit completely—abruptly and totally.
* Before the quit date arrives, get rid of ashtrays, matches, and lighters. Clean all your clothes that smell of tobacco smoke.
* Enlist the support of coworkers, friends, and family to encourage you in your efforts to quit. Do not be afraid to ask others not to smoke in your presence.
* Plan activities for your quit day. You might go somewhere where smoking is not permitted, such as to a museum or a theater. You could also exercise—swim or take a bicycle ride or a long walk.
Dealing With Withdrawal
If you are a heavy smoker, you will likely experience withdrawal symptoms, which begin within hours of smoking the last cigarette. These may include irritability, impatience, hostility, anxiety, depression, insomnia, restlessness, increased appetite, and a craving for cigarettes. Perhaps your doctor can prescribe medication that will help ease these symptoms. In addition, there are things you can do to help you win the battle.
* During the first few difficult weeks, eat low-calorie foods, and drink plenty of water. Some have found it helpful to snack on raw vegetables, such as carrots or celery. If you exercise, you will help offset weight gain and soothe jittery nerves.
1) Bicycling, 2) Healthful food, 3) Prayer
* Avoid places and situations where you will be tempted to smoke.
* Fight against bad reasoning that may tempt you to smoke. Here are some common thoughts during withdrawal: 'I'll smoke just today to get me through this tough time.' 'Smoking is my only vice!' 'Tobacco can't be all that bad; some heavy smokers live to be over 90.' 'I've got to die of something.' 'Life is no fun without tobacco.'
* If you are about to give in, delay. By waiting just ten minutes, the acute craving may pass. Sometimes the thought of never smoking again might seem overwhelming. If you feel that way, concentrate on quitting just for today.
* If you want to serve God, pray for help. Our loving Creator can provide "help at the right time" for those who are striving to bring their lives into harmony with his will. (Hebrews 4:16) But don't expect a miracle. You must act in harmony with your prayers.
Remain an Ex-smoker
* The first three months are the most difficult, but even after that you should, when possible, avoid smokers and situations that may tempt you to smoke.
* Don't fool yourself into thinking that you can be an occasional smoker, even if you have stopped smoking for a year or more.
* Resist the temptation to have "just one cigarette." Just one may easily lead to others, and soon you will have undone all the hard work you put into quitting. However, if you do weaken and have a cigarette, there is no reason to smoke another. If you relapse, quit again.
Millions of smokers have successfully quit. With determination and persistence, you can too!
2007-02-16 09:59:28
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answered by Alex 5
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nowhere! just stop smoking if you will. u don't need the Bible telling you that. The warning sign on the cigaratte box should be enough of warning to you. But if you must, look under 1 Corinthians 6:19.
2007-02-16 09:30:29
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answered by dansdna 2
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I don't know exactly, But my mom said what worked for her, was whnever she got cravings she would pray for strenght,
Then she
people.
Stopping is just not THAT easy.
Nicotine is addictive ( I am a smoker)
I have tried quitting and if someone has the audasity to tell me to JUST STOP, then obviousely they have't delt with an addiction.
Untill you have been there, don't preach. Why is it so wrong to want to have ENCOURAGEMENT.
2007-02-16 09:28:32
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answered by Anonymous
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Philippians 4:13....I can do all things through Christ who strenghtens me. You need to really want to quit. Actually all of Phillipians is good and 4:8 gives you things to think about instead of having your mind on having another smoke.
Hope that helps...God bless you my sibling in Christ.
2007-02-16 09:30:49
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answered by Jan P 6
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Dear banjo,
I hope these will help you: Hebrews 12 and Psalms 37.
2007-02-16 09:41:55
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answered by Anonymous
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2 Corinthians 7:1
"let us cleanse ourselves of every defilement of flesh and spirit, perfecting holiness. . ."
Tobacco (nicotine) is a defilement of the flesh.
Romans 12:1
" . . .present YOUR bodies a sacrifice living, holy, acceptable to God,. . ."
Holy and acceptable.
Of course, none of this means a thing if you have no love toward god.
2007-02-16 09:38:31
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answered by Uncle Thesis 7
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I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me. can't remember the verse
2007-02-16 09:30:09
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answered by mmilner_24 3
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Well, some people lite off their camel don't they?
2007-02-16 09:41:54
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answered by Midge 7
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