Do you have a way out when temptation starts to run wild?1 Corinthians 10:13
Many verses in the Bible ask you to do things that sound impossible. Love your enemies. Deal with your anger before the day ends. Give generously, even to strangers. Don't regard the opposite sex with lust in your heart. Forgive those who've hurt you. A common response may be, "Nice sentiment, but this is the real world. You don't know what I'm up against." It is true the world is filled with temptations, enticements to take a self-centered approach toward pleasure and personal gain. But appearances are deceiving.
Any choice that leads you away from God leads you away from the life your heart truly longs for.
Trusting God is the antidote for making bad choices in life. You are not alone in your struggle. Everyone faces pressure, both internal and external, to make choices that dishonor God. Even Jesus was tempted in the same ways you and I are. Yet Jesus put into practice the truth promised here. God faithfully provided an escape route from temptation, and Jesus took it.
Selah people' and friends you have the same opportunity for victory. Bee on the lookout for God's escape route when temptations come your way. Your escape may come through the power of prayer, accountability with others, or simply avoiding situations that lead you away from God instead of toward him. Whatever the escape route , God has promised that you will have the ability to make the right choice. All you have to do is use it.
"Memorizing this verse in 1 Corinthians is a great way to become more aware of the temptations you face and of the God-given options you have to avoid surrendering to them."
Your pastor,
Rev Patrick Muston
Selah Christian Church
Four Oaks, NC
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