Temptation Can Be Overcome!
“Blessed is the man that endureth temptation: for when he is tried, he shall receive the crown of life, which the Lord hath promised to them that love him.” James 1:12 (KJV)
Comment: God’s children are not exempt from temptation. Our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, was tempted. But he persevered and triumphed, and he was rewarded for his triumph (Matthew 4:3–11). He understands how tempting it is, and he is always willing to assist his children endure and overcome it. When he was tempted, he fought the devil with the help of the Holy Scriptures.
Dearly beloved, you can only withstand temptation by relying on God’s Word. Be a student of the Holy Scriptures so that when temptation strikes, you can react with Scriptures (2 Timothy 2:15). He gives up and flees from you after several attempts and discovering that you are grounded in the Word of God. May the Lord provide you the grace to resist temptation at all times.
Our Heavenly Father Jehovah, thank You for showing me how to fight temptation through my precious Lord Jesus Christ. I immediately put your teaching into practice so that I might overcome any temptation by relying on your Word and be blessed. Amen!