... no better example for us to look at than Jesus. In Luke 4 we read the story of His temptation in the desert. Speaking in terms of “earthly” or “worldly” wisdom, there was no earthly reason that Jesus decision ...
... enticed. Then, after desire has conceived, it gives birth to sin; and sin, when it is full-grown, gives birth to death." (NIV) James 1:13-15
Note the progression in this section of scripture: temptation, ...
... effective tools of the devil – deception and worldliness. Today, we wrap up on this lesson, with the last but certainly not the least tool – temptation. Of course, these three are not exhaustive tools ...
... of temptation to go through with it but something held him back.
We see the wisdom of Joseph shine through as he explains his reason for not sleeping his Potiphar’s wife in verse 9 when he says, “How ...
... no better example for us to look at than Jesus. In Luke 4 we read the story of His temptation in the desert. Speaking in terms of “earthly” or “worldly” wisdom, there was no earthly reason that Jesus decision ...
... enticed. Then, after desire has conceived, it gives birth to sin; and sin, when it is full-grown, gives birth to death." (NIV) James 1:13-15
Note the progression in this section of scripture: temptation, ...
... effective tools of the devil – deception and worldliness. Today, we wrap up on this lesson, with the last but certainly not the least tool – temptation. Of course, these three are not exhaustive tools ...
... enticed. Then, after desire has conceived, it gives birth to sin; and sin, when it is full-grown, gives birth to death."(NIV) James 1:13-15
Note the progression in this section of scripture is temptation, ...
"…no temptation has seized you except what is common to man. And God is faithful; he will not let you be tempted beyond what you can bear. But when you are tempted, he will also provide a way out so ...
... the world’s counsel looks or sounds so good to be a lie. That is why we need to equip ourselves with God’s word. In Matthew 4, we read about the temptation of Christ by the devil. How the devil offered ...
“Then Peter took Him aside and began to rebuke Him, saying, ‘Far be it from You, Lord; this shall not happen to You!’” (NKJV) Matt. 16:22
A great temptation in the household of faith is not always ...
... therefore in the face of our trials and temptations, we must understand the power that lies within us. It’s a force to reckon with no matter the nature of your storm. The disciples called on Jesus when ...
“So David said to him, “How was it you were not afraid to put forth your hand to destroy the Lord’s anointed?”” (NKJV) 2 Samuel 1:14
In today’s world of instant headlines and viral posts, the race ...
... Christianity is about commitment, sacrifice and service that will surely cost you something for the sake of Christ. Be on the side of God, endure hardship and resist temptations as a good soldier of Christ ...
... from you."
Know the enemy's pattern of operations. The devil is a creature of habit. He often attacks in moments of weakness, through familiar temptations or in times of doubt. Once we recognize these ...
... is our adversary. He prowls around like a roaring lion, seeking whom he may devour (1 Peter 5:8). He uses lies, deception, and temptation to lure us away from God's truth. Understanding his tactics is critical ...
“But don’t be afraid of those who threaten you. For the time is coming when everything that is covered will be revealed, and all that is secret will be made known to all. What I tell you now in the ...
... the fear of premature death etc.
In cases where we succumb to the temptation, we try to clear our conscience with saying such as “after all, the society is not condemning what I did and other people ...
... us remember and know what a true mother is and never seek to change God’s pattern for a good mother. Instead, let us proclaim without embarrassment, God’s plan for motherhood.
Wisdom and Temptation (II) ...
... have new lives (2 Corinthians 5:17). As humans, as we are, there is always the temptation to go back to our old lives (the life of disobedience to our God). If we want God to build our lives, then we must ...
