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Text - James 1.13-18
What is Temptation/Trial
A trial is something that is given to a Christian so that he or she will fall and commit sin, or fail to fulfill his or her commitment to obey God’s word.
James’ Letter addresses the following
where do trials come from?
how do trials/temptations come?
what things should we keep in mind when trials come?
Consider God’s Judgment
Temptations do not come from God
God cannot be tempted
God does not tempt anyone
Note: the same grk.
word peirazo is used in Hebrews 11.17
the word has 2 variation of meanings
to test - when the idea is to bring out the best in a person
to tempt - when the idea to entice a person to commit sin
Thus, God does test His people, but He does not tempt them
Temptations lead to death
We think of temptation as an object.
In reality, temptation is that process that gives birth to sin and leads to judgment.
(1.) Desire arises
Lust - grk. epithymia, craving, intense desire for something
carried away and enticed - drawn by a strong force
Temptation takes shape when ‘lust’ is stirred by something that is not allowed in the will of God.
(2.) Desire conceives sin
conceive - grk. syllambano, to become pregnant
Temptation is ‘conceived’, when desire meets the “object” of desire.
(3.) Sin is born
Temptation gives birth to sin.
(4.) Sin brings death
accomplished - grk. apoteleo, to be executed
death is God’s divine penalty for sin
death is separation from God
Consider God’s Goodness
God gives only good and perfect gifts
God’s giving does not change
How to face temptation with God’s goodness
wait on the Lord - don’t rush to satisfy your desires
Consider God’s Purpose
Our birth was His divine will
Our birth is by the Word of truth
Our birth is for our exaltation in God.
firstfruits - the first and the best of the crop
God purpose is to produce in us the highest class of creation
Conclusion
What to do when temptation calls
Consider God’s judgment - sin will always have undesirable consequences
Consider God’s goodness - instead of giving way to lust, wait for the good and perfect gifts of God
Consider God’s purpose - that is the very reason Satan, the tempter, wants to destroy our image and likeness with God.
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