Temptation

Hebrews 2:18 - "For because he himself has suffered when tempted, he is able to help those who are being tempted."

God himself had to go through temptation so He is able to help those who are going through temptations in life. He has overcome temptations and defeated the enemy and the same strength (power) is in us which will enable us to overcome every attacks of Satan. Secondly, we are tempted because of our own desires, we read this is James 1:14-16 - "But each person is tempted when he is lured and enticed by his own desire. Then desire when it has conceived gives birth to sin, and sin when it is fully grown brings forth death. Do not be deceived, my beloved brothers."

Jesus taught us to be watchful and pray so that we don't fall into temptations - "Watch and pray that you may not enter into temptation. The spirit indeed is willing, but the flesh is weak.”- Mathew 26:41.

So how do we overcome temptation?

I . Believing and trusting God that He will provide us a way out -
1 Corinthians 10:13 - "No temptation has overtaken you that is not common to man. God is faithful, and he will not let you be tempted beyond your ability, but with the temptation he will also provide the way of escape, that you may be able to endure it."

II. Wearing the whole armour of God - 
Ephesians 6:13-17 - "Therefore take up the whole armour of God, that you may be able to withstand in the evil day, and having done all, to stand firm. Stand therefore, having fastened on the belt of truth, and having put on the breastplate of righteousness, and, as shoes for your feet, having put on the readiness given by the gospel of peace. In all circumstances take up the shield of faith, with which you can extinguish all the flaming darts of the evil one; and take the helmet of salvation, and the sword of the Spirit, which is the word of God."

"Blessed is the man who remains steadfast under trial, for when he has stood the test he will receive the crown of life, which God has promised to those who love him." - James 1:12 

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