Facing Temptation
No temptation has seized you except what is common to man. And God is faithful; he will not let you be tempted beyond what you can bear. But when you are tempted, he will also provide a way out so that you can stand up under it. 1 Corinthians 10:13
During the Lenten season temptation is an inevitable factor that is going to take place. Although this is true, one of the greatest aspects of Christianity is its richness in history and tradition. As believers, the richness of our tradition can play a crucial role in our spiritual formation during this season. In the Scripture there are many instances of individuals conquering temptation, into which we can enter into celebration. Also, there are many instances in which great individuals fall into temptation and rise from it, providing us hope and an example withwhich we can identify.
These examples not only show God's faithfulness throughout the years, but also show us that some of the greatest believers have been tempted in the same ways that we are today. When temptation comes your way during this season, remember God's faithfulness. Our faithful God has always provided an outlet in the past and will do the same today!
Ryan Snider
Prayer: O Lord, our protector, let us remember during this Lenten season your faithfulness throughout the years. When we are tempted let us remember that we can always seek comfort through history and the present. Let us remember that you O Lord have provided a way out of temptation throughout history and will do the same today. In Jesus'name we pray, Amen.
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