"Remember that the temptations that come into your life are no different from what others experience. And God is faithful. He will keep the temptation from becoming so strong that you can't stand up against it. When you are tempted, he will show you a way out so that you will not give in to it." 1 Corinthians 10:13
I find comfort in that - that God will not give us more than we can handle - and that he gives us everything we need to handle it.
1. Refocus your attention - don't dwell on the temptation
2. Reveal your struggle - "if you fall, your friend can help you up"
3. Resist the devil - "Put on salvation as your helmet and take the sword of the Spirit, which is the word of God" Ephesians 6:17
4. Realize your vulnerability - it is easier to stay out of temptation than to get out of it
When you are tempted, memorizing Scripture is absolutely essential to defeating temptation. I urge you to memorize scripture so that you have the truth stored in your heart for quick access when you are tempted. This is one of the things I would really like to work on.
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