Two Kinds of Temptation
- Testing, trying – that which comes from without
- Desire, lust – that which comes from within
Results of Temptation
- Testing – James 1:2-4
- Desire – James 1:13-15
Truths About Temptation – 1 Corinthians 10:13
How to Overcome
- Be on the alert – 1 Peter 5:8
- Avoid bad situations/company – Proverbs 5:3-8; 1 Corinthians 15:33
- Don’t dwell on evil things – Philippians 4:8
- Be busy doing good – 1 Timothy 5:13
- Remember the word of God – Matthew 4:1-10
- Trust in God that His way is best – Proverbs 3:5
- Keep your eye on the goal – Colossians 3:1-2; Hebrews 12:1-3
