Way 6 - Beware of Temptations

No temptation has seized you except what is common to man. And God is faithful; he will not let you be tempted beyond what you can bear. But when you are tempted, he will also provide a way out so that you can stand up under it. 1 Corinthians 10:13.

Face facts: you live a temptation-filled world. The devil is hard at work in your neighborhood, and so are his helpers. Here in the 21st century, the bad guys are working aorund the clock to lead you astray. That's why you must remain vigilant. In a letter to believers, Peter offers a stern warning: "Your adversary, the devil, prowls around like a roaring lion, seeking someone to devour" (1 Peter 5:8). What was true in the New Testament times is equally tru in our own. Satan tempts his prey and then devours them (and it's up to you - and only you - to make sure that you're not one of the ones being devoured!) As a young adult in search of godly relationships, you must beware because temptations are everywhere. Satan is determined to win; you must be equally determined that he does not.

The Bible says:

The Lord knows how to deliver the godly out of temptations. 2 Peter 2:9.

Put on the whole armor of God, that you may be able to stand against the wiles of the devil. Ephesians 6:11.

Be sober, be vigilant; because your adversary the devil walks about like a roaring lion, seeking whom he may devour. 1 Peter 5:8.

Great thoughts:

Flee temptation without leaving a forwarding address. ~Barbara Johnson

Because Christ has faced our every temptation without sin, we never face a temptation that has no door of escape. ~Beth Moore

Summary: If life's inevitable temptations seem to be getting the best of you, try praying more often, even if many of those prayers are simply brief, "open-eyed" requests to your Father in heaven.