{"type":"rich","version":"1.0","provider_name":"Transistor","provider_url":"https://transistor.fm","author_name":"Everyday Truths","title":"Episode 33: Jesus, Pride, and the Blessings That Lead Us Away","html":"<iframe width=\"100%\" height=\"180\" frameborder=\"no\" scrolling=\"no\" seamless src=\"https://share.transistor.fm/e/08efe256\"></iframe>","width":"100%","height":180,"duration":1303,"description":"Temptation doesn’t always come dressed as something bad.\n Sometimes it looks like a blessing.In this episode of the Everyday Truths Podcast, we finish our journey through the temptations of Jesus in Matthew 4 and uncover why the most dangerous temptations are the ones that feel justified, spiritual, or even good.We explore:How temptation meets legitimate needs in illegitimate waysWhy pride and self-reliance quietly erode our relationship with GodThe danger of choosing shortcuts over callingWhy Satan’s offers often look like blessingsHow Jesus resisted temptation and protected what mattered mostJesus was offered power, validation, and relief — things His people wanted and expected.\n But instead of taking the shortcut, He chose obedience, trust, and purpose.This episode is for anyone who’s tired of chasing things that look good but leave them empty — and who wants to become an overcomer by following the way of Jesus.👉 Subscribe to the Everyday Truths Podcast so you don’t miss what’s next\n👉 Share with someone who’s wrestling with temptation or direction\n👉 Leave a review to help this ministry reach more people👨‍👩‍👧 Don’t forget to check out the Everyday Truths Kids Podcast, now live for families.","thumbnail_url":"https://img.transistorcdn.com/6gGydvGh7tAAJRZPOyxL2LwVZWbTAjCrzUS3RgUIPCU/rs:fill:0:0:1/w:400/h:400/q:60/mb:500000/aHR0cHM6Ly9pbWct/dXBsb2FkLXByb2R1/Y3Rpb24udHJhbnNp/c3Rvci5mbS8wNGMy/ZGFjYjhmZDU4NmQ4/ZTY3N2U1Y2JjMmNi/ODk0MS5wbmc.webp","thumbnail_width":300,"thumbnail_height":300}