by Ganns Deen
You know the drill: you wake up in the morning and the first thing you do is reach for the pack of cigarettes on the table beside you and light up a stick. You finish three sticks before breakfast. You have a couple on the way to work or school; you find yourself whiling away the hours with an occasional puff; you set aside a portion of your budget on cigarettes.
Tobacco is an integral part of your lifestyle: you have ashtrays in every room in the house, consume at least half a pack of cigarettes a day, and are fully aware of the dangers of your habit. People have tried to get you to quit. You tell them a) it gives me pleasure and hurts no one else; b) it only hurts me and no one else; c) the Bible doesn’t say anything about smoking; d) I need to smoke because it calms my nerves; or e) I know someone who’s been smoking all his life and he’s not sick. Of course, none of these are really true.
You know that statistics show lung cancer is now of the top five killers in the world – next only to heart disease, AIDS, and diabetes. You know the stories of people who’ve succumbed to lung cancer, including painful tales of people who died as a result of second-hand smoke. You’ve seen the ads; you’ve heard the stories; you want to quit… but not really.
No amount of statistics or gross pictures is going to make you stop. No amount of Bible verse will help you quit if you don’t see the value of the Word, and prayer is, believe it or not, simply not enough. The fact is this: it’s not enough to pray 24 hours a day and allow that stick to end up in between your lips. It’s like holding a lit cigarette in your fingers and saying, “God, please give me strength to not smoke this stick.”
We know what you’re thinking: with God, all things are possible, right? But now you’re saying, God can’t help me quit? But I thought God was all-powerful! He can help me quit! Of course God can do anything! However, He has given you free will, and He will never take that away. So, even if He wants to help, if you won’t let Him help, then He’ll respect that.
I had a brother who died of complications from lung cancer that spread to his brain. My brother was a world champion in darts, and is highly respected in that field. Only in his 40s, he was one example of how cancer can rob you of the people you love – and how they inflicted the damage on themselves. Meanwhile, my father suffered two strokes in the matter of six months, also an indirect result of his five-ream-a-week smoking habit. Theirs was a journey – like yours – that ended in tragedy. Are you willing to make the same mistake?
The first and most important step in your journey is the decision you make to say, “Okay, God, I want to quit smoking. Please help me.” Once you’ve done that, read on. This piece isn’t for people who’ve been trying to quit, but can’t. This article is for people who want to quit, and are willing to take active steps towards making it happen.
Why should you quit?
Paul says this in Romans 12:1: “So here’s what I want you to do, God helping you: Take your everyday, ordinary life – your sleeping, eating, going-to-work, and walking-around life – and place it before God as an offering.”
If we’re to place this in context, our very life is an offering to the Lord. The very offering He accepted as replacement for our sins – Christ Jesus – was the purest offering possible, and we owe it to God to keep ourselves as pure as possible.
Can we consider ourselves holy when we knowingly pollute our bodies with tobacco? To do so is to go against God’s word, a.k.a., to sin. Are we saying smoking is a sin? Well, d-uh. Paul also says in 1 Corinthians 6:12: “Just because something is technically legal doesn’t mean it’s spiritually appropriate.” That’s the Message translation; the NIV translation reads, “Everything is permissible for me, but not everything is beneficial.” Even if smoking weren’t a sin, we know that it has consequences, like we mentioned earlier.Furthermore, if smoking became an addiction, it would become the priority in our lives, and God is supposed to be that priority.
Here’s another thought: we know smoking isn’t good for our health; the little warning label on every cigarette box tells us so. Exodus 20:13 tells us we shall not kill, yet with every puff, we bring ourselves closer to death – it’s slow and steady suicide, plain and simple.
Furthermore, people have died as a result of second-hand smoke, and the Bible says we must love our neighbors as ourselves (Matthew 19:19). How can we possible love our neighbors when we smoke around them and help kill them in the process?
Where can I start?
First off, cleanse yourself of the guilt. Pray to God and confess your sin. “If we confess our sins, he is faithful and just to forgive us our sins, and to cleanse us from all unrighteousness.” (1 Jn 1:9)
You’re going to need more than desire. You need a certain amount of willpower. You’ve got to want this. It’s like a diet: you need motivation. Ultimately, the best motivation is the godly type. Face it: your body is valuable! “Didn’t you realize your body is a sacred place, the place of the Holy Spirit? Don’t you see that you can’t live however you please, squandering what God paid such a high price for?” (1 Cor 6:19-20, The Message).
Remember this, too: if you have Christ in your life, smoking destroys your testimony. If your body is a sacred place, you wouldn’t do anything to harm it. In this day and age, everyone knows smoking is deadly to your body.
Furthermore, an addiction to smoking (characterized as the inability to stop smoking, and the constant desire to smoke) speaks volumes about one’s sincerity in following the clean life as recommended by Christ.
Once you’ve decided you want to quit, give yourself a timetable. We suggest getting over your habit as fast as possible, not more than two weeks. Why drag out the suffering (pun not intended!)? Eliminate it all at once, and tell yourself: “a person without self-control is like a house with its doors and windows knocked out.” (Prov 25:28, The Message). It won’t be easy, and we suggest repeating this phrase yourself when the temptation arises: “I choose not to smoke.” Yeah, it sounds creepy, but we’re pretty confident it’ll work, especially after you evaluate yourself. How? Like this: ask yourself bottom line, why do you smoke? Does it relax or stimulate? Does it relieve or empower? Does it provide a physical rush or is it a psychological treat?
Either way, you’re dealing with emotions in a negative way, harming your body with substances you know aren’t good for you. How you think will matter. So use your mind to overcome it. Desire + will power + God’s grace = success over addiction.
Here’s a quick prayer you can do to start. Remember: God accepts prayers prayed with a willing heart! Dearest Lord, I admit I have sinned against You by polluting my body and mind with cigarettes. Please forgive me. I commit my body and life to You, and by Your grace, I will overcome my smoking, and become a pure and holy sacrifice for You. Thank you for Your mercy; I trust that by Your love, I am forgiven. In Jesus’ name, Amen.
Here are some valuable tips:
1. Don’t be late; always hydrate. Water is a powerful tool for the overcoming of cigarettes, because a) it’s wet, and will pretty much kill your cigarette; b) it helps wash away the smell of tobacco; and c) it’s good for your skin. Surround yourself with water, inside and out. It’s the perfect time to increase your number of showers and baths. If you’re the type of person who needs a cigarette to get you going in the morning, try this alternative: dip a face towel in cold water, wring it until no excess water drops out, and vigorously rub the towel on your arms until your skin turns slightly pink to red. Repeat on other arm. This gets your blood flowing, and the effort stimulates your senses.
As the days pass, you can add more body parts, like your chest, then your legs, and so on. The more liquids you drink, the faster you eliminate the toxic effects of the cigarettes, so drink a lot of water. Our body is approximately 70% water, so keep it watered to maintain good health. Soda, beer, and wine aren’t highly recommended; if you need flavor with your liquids, try fresh fruit juices and milk.
2. It may be best to get some rest. Cigarettes are often used as a way to relax or deal with stress, so get some rest! Fatigue drains our body of energy, so give your body the rest it needs to recover from those years of tobacco. Make plans to sleep earlier, and miss that TV show tonight (you’ve seen it anyway!).
3. Get on your feet after you eat. Most people tend to light up a cigarette after a delicious meal. What a shame: you can’t savor the flavor with all that nicotine! If you’re the type, get outside and walk. Take some time to breathe. If it’s breakfast, prepare for work or school; if it’s lunchtime, talk to a friend; if it’s dinner, step outside and look at the stars. Avoid the places you normally visit to smoke. The important thing is to breathe: some studies have shown that brain cells need more oxygen that other parts of the body, and after having eaten, the mind needs to be kept alert to assert the willpower to deny that cigarette.
4. Think before you drink. Alcohol, tea, coffee, and cola are out of the question while you’re quitting. The last thing you need is a stimulant that’ll rattle your nerves and get you to thinking about that cigarette. You need to stay calm, because once your nerves get rattled, you’re going to want to smoke. “Don’t fret or worry. Instead of worrying, pray.” (Phil 4:6, The Message)
5. Review what you chew. While you’re trying to quit, we don’t recommend the high sugar, high spice, and intense flavor foods. Why? Tobacco tends to deaden the taste buds. Because the nose is so connected to the taste buds, that when your body starts flushing out those toxins, you’re going to rediscover the joy of real flavor, and you’ll be tempted to overeat (a real reason why many ex-smokers put on weight!). Instead of indulging in rich cakes or succulent steaks, take your pick of fresh fruit, vegetables, and nuts.
6. Don’t just stop if the weight goes up. You’re drinking lots of water and are eliminating the harmful effects of smoking. It’s only temporary. Remember to start with a good breakfast, and then bring on the lunch, and go light at dinnertime. And above all, resist the tobacco!
7. You won’t fall ill if you take a pill. Whoops! Be careful about what kind of pills! We’re talking about vitamins. Make sure B complex, which helps the nerves, is present in your daily supplement.
8. Night and day, don’t forget to pray. We all needs God’s help, and Matthew 21:22 guarantees us, “if you believe, you will receive what you ask for in prayer.” If you’re serious about quitting, it’s guaranteed. “[You] can do all things through Christ who strengthens [you].” (Phil 4:13)
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September 21, 2009 at 7:39 pm
P.John Pandian
Thank you very much for your loving suggestions for quitting smoking habit.
Your article is very useful to me.
Attempts are not important but likes I understand it from your article.
Once again my sincere thanks to you.
John.
February 18, 2010 at 6:34 pm
olubadewo Olushola Stephen
Thank God for the great work you people are doing. God will continue to support u in any of your doinds.
April 5, 2011 at 7:31 pm
Romanina Palma
Hello,
Very helpful.
Thanks
April 5, 2011 at 7:32 pm
Romanina Palma
Hello,
Very helpful
Thanks
October 20, 2011 at 12:39 am
luzmaria kelly
thankyou so much for this, i am on my 5th day not smoking and thanks to this article it all made sense. i say every time i choose to not smoke and it works. thank you jesus
June 14, 2012 at 6:22 pm
pam
i am a growing christian who smokes/ did smoke i found myself not able to really grow as god’s child and felt smoking was stopping that now that i am still in the quitting stage i am finding myself closer. i stumbled across your article when looking for strength in the bible it was great thanks it has really helped and lifted me up that i can continue my battle
June 19, 2012 at 11:03 am
Dinaker
Kill the Tobacco habit before it kills you!
Writer Author Shaila D Touchton
Christian Article : Christian Living – Fiction No
For those who are in union with Christ, temptation and addictions are unable to touch us. Tobacco addiction is an addictive poison clearly harmful to our health and that itself makes a sin, hurts our testimony because it controls us which brings death and destruction. The Bible says, Sin when it is finished, brings forth death. Proverbs 5:22 says the evil deeds of a wicked man ensnare him; the cords of his sin hold him fast. Jesus said that the Devil is a liar, thief, and murderer who only comes to kill, steal, and destroy .Scripture warns us that “If any man defiles the temple of God, him shall God destroy; for the temple of God is holy, which temple ye are.” -1Corinthians 3:17.
Another big problem is when Parents , families, relatives and friends who get addicted to tobacco are controlled by their evil desires by setting bad examples for their children to follow and there are some other parents who will hide their addiction from their family members and pretend to be Godly and follow the hypocrite carnal path of lying, defending themselves living still a spiritually defeated Christian life and there are some who sit with their children and enjoy tobacco together as a family instead of sitting together for praying and enjoying quality time with family members. As parents we must teach our children not to be controlled by evil desires but to learn to resist and control them. James 4:7 says “Submit yourself therefore to God. Resist the devil, and he will flee from you”.
God is waiting for you to come to Him .If you are using tobacco in any form, please be strong determined to stop NOW! You owe it to your loved ones, yourself and God to stop. I want to remind you Matthew 5:29-30 says if your right eye causes you to sin, gouge it out and throw it away. It is better for you to lose one part of your body than for your whole body to be thrown into hell. And if your right hand causes you to sin, cut it off and throw it away. It is better for you to lose one part of your body than for your whole body to go into hell.
Prayer:
Father, I come to you, confessing my sin ,repenting for my sins and asking for your forgiveness.
In the Mighty name of our Lord Jesus Christ, I surrender myself completely and I now renounce, break and loose myself and my family from all hereditary curses, and from all demonic bondage placed upon me as the result of sins, transgressions or iniquities through myself, my parents or any of my ancestors. I confess all the sins of my forefathers.
Father, I ask you to forgive me and my ancestors for any sin that has exposed me for this addiction and to live in bondage of sins. I command all evil spirits associated with any addictions to leave me in Jesus name.
In Jesus name I circumcise all my addiction thoughts and remove every pattern of tobacco addiction controlling me.
I now claim by faith that I am under divine protection and I cover myself with the Precious Blood of Jesus Christ to protect me from all addictions and evil desires. I now confess that my body is a temple of the Holy Spirit, redeemed, cleansed and sanctified by the blood of Jesus. Therefore, Satan and any addictions has no place in me, and no power over me, through the blood of Jesus Christ. Lord I thank you for the provision of deliverance through the blood of Jesus Christ and the Gift of Life and I glorify your Name, all the days of my life. I thank you Jesus that you are the same God yesterday today and forever .Amen
July 28, 2012 at 10:09 pm
John Pandian
Dear Brother / Sister in Christ,
I am very thankful to you for your kind Bibilical suggestions.Please pray for me to quit this worst habit.
I will try my level best by the grace of our Lord Jesus Christ.
Thanking you,
John.
January 27, 2013 at 4:12 am
Stef
I enjoyed and understand and totally agree with the ORIGINAL article written on smoking cessation as a Christian.
I, HOWEVER, believe the last “article/comment” had it’s truths…but it was delivered in a judgemental, legalistic, unloving and lacking in ANY compassion.
I question if the “author” has EVER been a smoker, or if this person is just looking down his/her nose at those who do, or have smoked.
January 27, 2013 at 4:15 am
Stef
Btw–the article was posted by Dinnaker
October 22, 2013 at 4:01 pm
Joseph pedraza
That could be because gods loving and compassionate way of trying to help people quit isnt working so well. so he sent a messenger to not be compassionate and so lovey dovey to get it across lovey dovey soft christians heads. I just read the article and sometimes a christian needs conviction and judgement to get them back in line and god will use who ever he wants to judge. But in the end he is still judgeing! Now im going to quit it was just what i needed.
June 2, 2013 at 3:09 am
Amanda
Im going to copy n paste this as a wall paper on my phone. I’m ready to quit again. Im sitting here with bronchitis, lost my mother last year to COPD and even though I’m weak, He is strong. Thanks for the kick start support.
June 8, 2013 at 5:20 am
Kathleen
I hear you sister…. I too want to be free of the demon weed as well. Good luck. My prayers are with you.
June 7, 2014 at 6:48 am
aeller99
I hope both of you are doing well. Know that the Lord will never ever LEAVE you nor forsake you. Be not afraid and if something is causing you to sin- get rid of it.
If you’re born again, you have the power of Jesus Christ inside of you! Let us take our gift. Sending love!
August 17, 2012 at 1:19 am
Catrina
Thanks for the example prayer. I believe this article will be a great deal of help for me. God bless!
August 28, 2012 at 9:33 am
Sandra Crisp
My husband and I both suffer from copd. He is in the last stage. He is on oxygen all the time. I”m not far behind him am a catholic and stronglybelieve in the power of prayer. God has answered many of my prayers. It’s true about free will. God helps those who help themselves. We both have tried and failed to quit smoking.You have to really want to quit to be successful, Tomorrow I’m going to say THE LORDS PRAYER when I get my cravings. Even if I repeat it over and over again. God and going to heaven is worth it . Please pray for us.
October 12, 2012 at 3:12 am
Ramon
Thanks!! Nuff said.
December 28, 2012 at 9:23 pm
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January 31, 2013 at 10:02 pm
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May 15, 2013 at 1:45 am
Steve
Hey there. Just wanted to say thank you. All morning I have been searching for my wife and I a site that offers techniques and strategies for breathing, relaxation techniques, etc. But I believe that GOD put this in my life, because I feel more encouraged to quit smoking than I ever have, as you have reminded me why I am truly trying to quit, so I can honor our father in heaven and be an example to those for the lord. Also so I may lead my wife to a more healthy place mentally spiritually and physically. Thanks for taking the time and letting the HOLY SPIRIT work through you in this entry. Peace be with you!
June 27, 2013 at 7:40 am
OSITA
I can not thank God enough for letting me stumble into this site. I have struggled with smoking for close to 17years. Tonight, I believe that by the power in the blood of Jesus, I have overcome the addiction in Jesus name.
July 29, 2013 at 3:53 am
Jonny
I just threw my box in the bin and prayed for God’s Grace and Willpower. I CAN DO ALL THINGS THROUGH CHRIST WHO STRENGTHENS ME!!!
September 16, 2013 at 8:39 pm
Victoria
I am grateful my daughter sent me this article. I asked her to pray and send me scripture on “how” to stop. Cigs have been the biggest stronghold SIN in my life. I will be 61 in a matter of weeks; smoking since 15 yrs old. I AM SICK OF IT! I finally have the desire but I never had willpower. I declare war on this demonic addiction that has consumed me my whole life. I CRAVE GOD’S GRACE IN MY LIFE. It’s time to submit to HIS will in my life. PRAYER-SCRIPTURE-WILLPOWER-“CHOOSE NOT TO SMOKE”..GOD’S GRACE AND MERCY.. I CAN DO ALL THINGS THROUGH CHRIST WHO STRENGTHENS ME!!
September 20, 2013 at 10:15 am
Hyla Woodruff
Praise God. Im52 and been smoking since I was 15 . The lord led me to this site and chistianjourney.com tonight. Remember john 8:36 that which Jesus sets free is free indeed.
September 28, 2013 at 11:33 pm
Valerie
This is an excellent article. I am 53 and hv smoked for 37 yrs. I have wanted to quit since i was 28. I’ve questioned if its not a battle put in front of me of doing the very thing i do not want to do and now despise … so that i will search for God and lean on God mor and more. suffering does that do us. Why are some folks delivered “without even one craving” while others battle for a lifetime then die from this stronghold? I have tried quitting many times and often its like i hypnotically drive to the gas station to buy a pack then get home and say “what have i done? Why?” The addiction is strong. but not too strong for God.
recently i read a charles stanley devotion… And yes, just as David came to slay the giant, Goliath, In refernce to quitting, i too say to the cigarette “but i come to you in the Name of the Lord of Hosts, the God of the armies of Israel (and in my case, the God of ME, My God) Whom you have taunted with yrs with smoking).”. I have been taunted and i pray as David said, “This day the Lord will deliver you up into my hands, and i will strike you down and remove your head from you . . . That all the earth may know their is a God in Israel, and that all may know that the Lord does not battle by sword or spear; for the battle is the Lords and He will give you into our hands.”. God bless each you struggling with His grace anf favor to easiky quit. I wonder how much bigger we make this giant appear to us than it is. I Wonder am i saying the wrong prayers? I just have to have faith in myself because i have all faith in my Lord Jesus.
November 15, 2013 at 10:19 pm
Justin
Thank you for this article…Yes, some things were said as if you have never been a smoker; However, I believe the inability to sympathize [IN THIS CASE], worked well. Only because, you didn’t leave room for me to make excuses and ultimately do nothing about my smoking because you “understood my struggle”. Thank you and God Bless You!
December 6, 2013 at 7:31 pm
Peter
This was quite encouraging I will try every bit of it to end my smoking
January 16, 2014 at 1:23 pm
debbie
God sees the heart, and it is as well to remember that the one who said “God have mercy on me a sinner” went home justified, whereas the one who said “thank God i am not like these sinners…” did not! We want freedom from addiction for each other,but also must refrain from judging “for in the measure you use it will be measured unto you” and all sorts of hidden sins can be as addictive and as destructive. May we pray that we all grow closer to JESUS day by day.
January 21, 2014 at 2:39 am
Tony Marks
Very judgemental & lacking in compassion – as posted by someone else earlier. I can only assume that you have never been caught up in an addiction, or are you perfect ! “Take the beam from thine own eye before removing the speck from thy brothers” !!
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Thanks you Lord.
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January 11, 2015 at 8:56 pm
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I know The Lord has lead me to this site. I thank you for the scriptures. I will re-read them again and say them out loud. I have smoked for 36 years. I need to stop! I am a follower of Christ and believe his every word. Pray for me to be an overcomer through Jesus Christ our Lord and Savior. I drink a lot of coffee and pop. Mostly coffee. In the article it says timeline. No more than 2 weeks! I claim this in Jesus Mighty name, in 2 weeks DONE! God bless you all, and may his face shine on all brothers and sisters.
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September 2, 2015 at 6:46 am
Janet Inniss
Thank you for your suggestions, it was very helpful….. I prayed your prayer about stop smoking and I believe I can do all things through Christ that strengthen me. I will make today my first day to stop smoking. I believe all I have to do is to pray for strength. Please keep me in your prayer, because I don’t want to die from the hands of cigarette smoking. HELP ME TO STAY STRONG…..
September 27, 2015 at 6:20 am
Dana
Thank you very much for your encouraging words and tips. Very valuable!
I have come down with a chest cold a few days ago and i never want to smoke when im sick because i can hardly breathe anyway with all the congestion. Feeling better now, so my will must kick in and belief that the Lord will answer my prayers.
Its getting more serious for me after smoking for 21 years or so. Sometimes at night which is usually when i smoked… Here at home, but sometimes it became real hard to breathe. Next day, cough cough cough up yucky smokers flem.
I think its time for me to take this little habit of mine very seriously. I really don’t want to smoke anymore but my husband is a smoker too. That makes it harder for my will power to be strong and remain strong. He smokes alot and needs to quit worse than i but as weak as i am i think I’m stronger than he is will power wise.
Anyway, I’ve got at least one more try left in me and that’s all i need anyway. Please pray for us. Thank you !!!
God bless you!!!!
January 18, 2016 at 4:05 pm
Michelle
Jesus paid it all on the cross. He died for all our sins. Knowing you are forgiven gives you the power to overcome sin. If we could overcome son with will power, we wouldn’t need Jesus. All you need to do is believe and confess that you are the righteousness of God in Christ. Jesus didn’t give the women caught in adultry a two week to do list on how to get out of the Olson on her own, he said “Your sons are forgiven!”. You are righteous because Jesus paid for it. Believe and confess even while you are smoking “Thank you Father, I know that I am the righteousness of God in Christ.” And let God take care of the rest. Trust him and He will deliver you! Remember if we could do it on our own, then Jesus died in vain. Praise the Lord, HE LOVES YOU!!!
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Michelle
Correction Olson—sin
Your sons are forgiven—your sins are forgiven.
February 15, 2016 at 12:48 am
ian
Hi I am ian going true my firs day thx for everything an I just want to thx God for going to get me throw this thx for the website
May 28, 2016 at 8:49 am
Mattias Wemay
Thank you for the tips. I am really going to quit.
August 17, 2016 at 12:45 am
Joyce
Thank you for the blog. I said the prayer for me n husband. So baldly want to quit smoking.
September 12, 2016 at 9:32 am
Peter Mitchell
I have faith there’s power in the name of Jesus amen going through a lot of stress please pray for me I have the urge when I’m stressed out the Lord is greater than cigarettes amen
September 12, 2016 at 12:01 pm
Valerie
I am praying for you Peter! The enemy comes to areal, kill, and destroy. Jesus has given you authority to overcome the enemy. Luke 10:19. I have not quit yet. It’s my greatest desire to overcome this burden, this captivity. I’ve been listening a lot to Andrew Wommack on You Tube and it has been life changing. Matt 6:34 I am very proud of you and will lift you up to God as you’ll be on my mind. There certainly IS POWER in the Name of Our Saviour and Healer, Jesus!
November 20, 2016 at 7:34 am
Susan
Please pray for me my church family doesn’t know I smoke but as I sit here I am struggling tonight . I haven’t smoked in two weeks but I am gaining weight already I can’t seem to stop the urge of anxious behavior.
December 31, 2016 at 8:15 pm
Matthew Blair
Been trying to quit for a long time, but always failed. After reading this article I realize I have been using the wrong approach trying to quit by using human resources such as nicotine gum, patches, etc. and not turning to my heavenly Father for the help. I feel confident that today will be the first day that I can say I choose not to be a smoker. Thanks for the great article and I pray that you keep sharing God’s word and His love through your website.
June 15, 2017 at 10:39 pm
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I have so much respect for you Ganns Deen, you have inspired me to open a blog post site just as a result to like your post. I’ve tried and tried to quit smoking cigarettes and I’m not giving up hope to finally quit. I decided again to attempt to repent of this sin of cigarette smoking addiction, and I’m going to print your post, meditate on it, and put it into practice.
January 1, 2018 at 10:37 pm
Tasha
Thank you for sharing. This definitely helped me a lot on this morning and making a fresh new start for 2018!💪 God bless
February 27, 2018 at 4:15 am
Josh
Thank you so much for this. I quit 6 months ago! 🙂 It was difficult but with my family, friends and God by my side I was able to stick with it. I also read and followed a book on eating right. It’s written by a Christian who study the bible for eating healthy. I think focusing on my eating helped take my mind off smoking. It’s called The Faithful Diet, if anyone is interested. Here’s the link: http://www.faithfuldiet.com. (Hope its ok to post that.) It really helped me. if you are struggling with smoking… keep working at it! You can do this!!! God bless.
August 27, 2018 at 1:49 am
Dana Totten
Don’t forget the Holy Spirit! Come into His presence with Thanksgiving and praise,for He is there to help and guide you.Ask Him to show you what keeps holding you back from being a conquerer,and use scripture to fight Satan!
September 24, 2018 at 6:43 am
Michelle
Amazing, well written. I’ve just stop quitting and will keep reading this page every time I have a craving.
November 15, 2018 at 12:42 am
Marie
Thank you so much for this conviction and encouragement!! I really needed it!
January 18, 2019 at 11:05 am
Teresa Flora
Thank you for your encouragement for me to stop smoking saying goodbye to ashes and cigarettes I am going to do my best and with God’s help I know I can do anything I was looking for verses in the Bible to help and I ran across to your article thank you very much and thank you for your prayers to