1 Corinthians 10:13 (NKJV) 13 No temptation has overtaken you except such as is common to man; but God is faithful, who will not allow you to be tempted beyond what you are able, but with the temptation will also make the way of escape, that you may be able to bear it.
Temptation is something we all deal with. None of us is exempt. We all face temptation and we all make a choice whether to give in to it or not.
The funny thing about temptation is that some people handle it better than others. Some people just seem to give in to it every time they’re faced with it. Others seem to have a really good handle on overcoming it and walking away from it.
Why is that? What’s the difference between the two types of people?
First, we need to understand that sin is a choice. Giving in to temptation is a choice. No, we don’t usually set out with the idea of intentionally sinning. But when push comes to shove, sin is still a choice that we make.
But the key to overcoming temptation is our walk with God. As we grow closer to Him, we will be more likely to make choices that please Him.
And as we do this, as we devour His word and digest it and put it into action, our lives will reflect Him and His word. And our discernment and our strength to overcome sin will grow and multiply!
Then, and only then, will we be able to consistently turn and walk away from the things that tempt us. Because then we will have the strength, the wisdom and the understanding to overcome those things that tempt us.
And as Jesus said to the woman caught in adultery, “Go and sin no more”.
John 8:11 (NKJV) 11 …And Jesus said to her, “Neither do I condemn you; go and sin no more.”
Pastor Curt & Pastor Ellie
Seven Seas Ministries
P.O. Box 272
Bradford, RI 02808
401-315-0902
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