Welcome to episode #245! ️ Pure Victory Podcast: What Appetites Are You Creating?What are you feeding your heart and mind every day? Because whatever you feed — grows.In this episode, Braden unpacks how our spiritual and emotional appetites are formed not by accident, but by what we consistently take in. From social media habits to what we watch or listen to, our daily choices quietly shape what we crave — for better or worse. Key Points:Our appetites are learned. Just like we develop a taste for coffee or sugar, we also develop cravings for what we continually consume spiritually and emotionally.Temptation starts with attention. (James 1:14) Before sin grows, something first catches our eye or mind — what we focus on shapes what we desire.Not everything that looks good is good. Eve’s story shows how subtle, attractive things can redirect our appetites away from God.Appetites can change. When you start “feeding” yourself with God’s Word, prayer, and truth, unhealthy cravings lose their pull.Freedom isn’t about willpower. It’s not saying, “I won’t crave that anymore,” but choosing to replace it with something better.What you feed grows. What you starve dies. That’s as true spiritually as it is physically. Practical Steps:Want to reshape your appetites this week? Try this:Take stock. Ask, “What am I feeding my heart and mind daily?” Think about your media, conversations, and routines.Discern the direction. Are those things drawing you closer to God or feeding unhealthy appetites like comparison, lust, or discontentment?Make one swap. Replace one unhealthy input with something nourishing — a worship playlist, a devotional, or quiet time in Scripture.Be patient. Just like cutting sugar, your cravings will change over time. Stay consistent.Pray for awareness. Ask God to reveal the subtle things that shape your heart. Remember: awareness is curative. Scripture Highlights:James 1:14 — “Each person is tempted when they are dragged away by their own desires and enticed.”Genesis 3:6 — “When the woman saw that the fruit… was pleasing to the eye…”Psalm 34:8 — “Taste and see that the Lord is good.”️ Quote of the Episode:“Freedom doesn’t come from saying ‘I won’t crave that anymore.’ It comes from feeding yourself something better — and letting your appetites change.” Help Set People Free: Support the Podcast that Fights Porn AddictionAt Pure Victory Podcast, we believe in the power of God’s grace to heal and restore lives. Pornography addiction is a silent struggle for many, but with Christ, there is hope for freedom and transformation. Through biblically-based guidance, real-life testimonies, and expert advice, we’re helping individuals break free from the chains of addiction and walk in the fullness of God’s plan for their lives.But we need your help to continue this vital work. Your donation will support the production of future episodes, reach more people with the life-changing message of freedom in Christ, and provide resources to those in need of healing.Why Donate?Bring Hope to the Hurting: Your generosity will help us reach those who feel trapped and alone in their addiction, showing them the love, forgiveness, and freedom found in Christ.Provide Free Resources: The podcast is a free resource for anyone who str

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