I read posts on Facebook about all of the problems people have; some brought on by the kind of lifestyles they have chosen and it breaks my heart.
When it comes to temptations, for some reason, they give in when they don't have to. And, too many times they don't realize the decisions they make, when faced with temptation. will be felt by others. It's like throwing the pebble in the stream. The waves flow out in all directions and the lives of others can be changed for the worse because of the decision to follow temptation.
When it comes to temptations, for some reason, they give in when they don't have to. And, too many times they don't realize the decisions they make, when faced with temptation. will be felt by others. It's like throwing the pebble in the stream. The waves flow out in all directions and the lives of others can be changed for the worse because of the decision to follow temptation.
What is so tragic about the lives of people all around us that are suffering because of strife and struggles in their lives is that they don’t realize there is an out for them. They don’t have to live in despair because God has made a way for them to gain peace in their lives through His death on the cross for the sins of the world. If you are being bombarded by the temptations of Satan, there is hope so don’t give in.
There is a story in Matthew about Satan coming to Christ while He was on earth and tempting him. If Satan was bold enough to tempt Christ, he is certainly bold enough to tempt us. But, if Christ lives within us, we, too, have the strength to stand against Satan. It’s not an easy thing to do but we can do it with God’s help.
“For the third test, the Devil took him to the peak of a huge mountain. He gestured expansively, pointing out all the earth’s kingdoms, how glorious they all were. Then he said, “They’re yours—lock, stock, and barrel. Just go down on your knees and worship me, and they’re yours.” Jesus’ refusal was curt: “Beat it, Satan!” He backed his rebuke with a third quotation from Deuteronomy: “Worship the Lord your God, and only him. Serve him with absolute single-heartedness.” The Test was over. The Devil left. And in his place, angels! Angels came and took care of Jesus’ needs.” Matthew 4:8-11 The Message
Is it worth it to give in to those temptations only to realize the tragedies that come from them?
Are you struggling today? If so, God is the answer. Your tomorrows may not be perfect but you can live without regret.
“ I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me.” Philippians 4:13 NKJV
There is a story in Matthew about Satan coming to Christ while He was on earth and tempting him. If Satan was bold enough to tempt Christ, he is certainly bold enough to tempt us. But, if Christ lives within us, we, too, have the strength to stand against Satan. It’s not an easy thing to do but we can do it with God’s help.
“For the third test, the Devil took him to the peak of a huge mountain. He gestured expansively, pointing out all the earth’s kingdoms, how glorious they all were. Then he said, “They’re yours—lock, stock, and barrel. Just go down on your knees and worship me, and they’re yours.” Jesus’ refusal was curt: “Beat it, Satan!” He backed his rebuke with a third quotation from Deuteronomy: “Worship the Lord your God, and only him. Serve him with absolute single-heartedness.” The Test was over. The Devil left. And in his place, angels! Angels came and took care of Jesus’ needs.” Matthew 4:8-11 The Message
Is it worth it to give in to those temptations only to realize the tragedies that come from them?
Are you struggling today? If so, God is the answer. Your tomorrows may not be perfect but you can live without regret.
“ I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me.” Philippians 4:13 NKJV
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