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Dr. Alan Cairns delivers the third message in his series 'Living Clean in an Unclean World,' focusing on Psalm 119:11: 'Thy word have I hid in my heart, that I might not sin against thee.' He emphasizes that this verse is not merely about memorizing Scripture but represents a deep, spiritual awareness of the ongoing battle against sin and Satan's schemes. Drawing from Matthew 4's account of Christ's temptation, Cairns illustrates how even Jesus faced spiritual warfare, underscoring the reality that believers are engaged in a constant spiritual conflict. He highlights Paul's warnings in 2 Corinthians and Ephesians about Satan's devices, devices that target the mind and corrupt Christian thinking. Cairns laments the modern Christian's vast knowledge of worldly matters while often lacking deep familiarity with God's Word, calling this imbalance dangerous and spiritually perilous. The message calls for intentional, daily hiding of Scripture in the heart as a 'sure remedy' against spiritual deception and moral failure. The episode also features a devotional reading from Charles Haddon Spurgeon on Christ’s healing power, reinforcing the theme of divine authority over evil. Additionally, the program promotes free resources from the ministry, including a DVD of Q&A videos with Dr. Cairns, available upon request. The overall tone is urgent, pastoral, and deeply rooted in biblical exegesis, urging listeners to prioritize Scripture as their primary defense in a hostile spiritual environment.