Temptation, resisting

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Being tempted is not in itself a sin. Sin arises when believers give in to temptation. Scripture urges believers to resist temptation, and gives them encouragement to face it.

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Encouragement to those facing temptation

James 1:12 ESV
Blessed is the man who remains steadfast under trial, for when he has stood the test he will receive the crown of life, which God has promised to those who love him.
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Finding in God and his word resources to overcome temptation

Daniel 11:32 ESV
He shall seduce with flattery those who violate the covenant, but the people who know their God shall stand firm and take action.
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Practical suggestions for overcoming temptation

Overcoming temptation through prayer

Matthew 26:41 ESV
Watch and pray that you may not enter into temptation. The spirit indeed is willing, but the flesh is weak.”
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Overcoming temptation through personal discipline

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Encouragements to resist temptation

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Examples of those who did not give in to temptation

Job 1:22 ESV
In all this Job did not sin or charge God with wrong.
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Jesus Christ resisted temptation

Matthew 4:4 ESV
But he answered, “It is written, “ ‘Man shall not live by bread alone, but by every word that comes from the mouth of God.’ ”
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