The best way to discover how to overcome temptation is to look at the One who dealt with every temptation successfully and consistently. Some would argue and say times were different then or they didnt have the things were tempted with today, back then. Well, Im here to tell you-TEMPTATION IS TEMPTATION! Anything which disagrees with or is contrary to how Gods Word says we should live-is temptation! Since Jesus successfully overcame temptation, we would do well to study His strategy for dealing with it. Unfortunately (or not), Scripture gives one clear passage describing His encounter with temptation ( Matt 4:1-11). Hebrews 4:15 state, ... but One who has been tempted in ALL things as we are yet without sin. His approach is so straightforward and simple that many believers tend to overlook it entirely. And some give some ridiculous excuses as to why they cannot follow His example. Jesus used Scripture and only Scripture to resist satans temptations ( Matt 4:1-11). He never drew on His wit nor did He rely on His own power. He responded with the truth of Gods Word. Thats all it takes, nothing fancy. The plain truth directed at the deception behind each of satans schemes and our enemy will eventually give up and leave! -Gods Word exposes the sinfulness of what you are being tempted to do. -Gods Word is effective against temptation because through it you gain Gods viewpoint on sin. -Gods Word is effective against temptation because with it youre expressing your faith by turning your attention to His Word. Begin memorizing scriptures that address areas that trouble you, so this arsenal will be on the tip of your tongue when needed. Speaking the truth ( Gods Word) out loud shows youve taken a stand with God against the enemy. If the perfect, sinless, sovereign Son of God relied on Scripture to pull Him through, what hope do we have without it? Ministry Of Reconciliation & Encouragement BE ENCOURAGED AND BE AN ENCOURAGEMENT
Posted on: Sun, 17 Nov 2013 23:54:57 +0000
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