Resisting Temptation
"God will provide a way out" (1 Corinthians 10:13) Temptation is a reality every believer faces, yet God provides the strength to overcome it. In 1 Corinthians 10:13, St. Paul assures that "God is faithful; He will not let you be tempted beyond what you can bear. But when tempted, He will also provide a way out." This verse reminds believers that while temptation is inevitable, victory is possible through God's grace. The Bible presents numerous examples of individuals who resisted or succumbed to temptation. When tempted by Potiphar’s wife, Joseph fled from sin, demonstrating the importance of decisiveness in avoiding temptation (Genesis 39:12). In contrast, David’s failure to resist temptation with Bathsheba led to severe consequences (2 Samuel 11). These accounts highlight the need for vigilance and reliance on God’s strength. Resisting temptation requires spiritual discipline. Jesus, when tempted in the wilderness, countered Satan’s lies with Scripture, sho...