Overcoming Temptation

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As Christ followers we will face temptations in our life. However, facing temptation is not the sin. Giving in to temptation and allowing it to overcome us is the sin. We must resist temptation and lean upon the Lord to be delivered into grace.

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You Cannot Avoid Temptation. But You Can Overcome It.

1 Corinthians 10:13 ESV
No temptation has overtaken you that is not common to man. God is faithful, and he will not let you be tempted beyond your ability, but with the temptation he will also provide the way of escape, that you may be able to endure it.

How does Temptation Turn into Sin?

Bait is Dropped
We are Attracted
We Give In
Sin Results in Consequences

We Are in Control of the Outcome!

Draw Nearer to God
Seek Bigger and Better
Make Decisions Against Yourself
Resist the Devil
Do Not Tolerate
Accountability
Use the Right Resistance
Remember the Pleasure is Temporary
Stay in God’s Word
Establish Boundaries
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