In this moment
Temptation
In the moment of testing — no trial without a way of escape.
Verses to hold onto
1 Corinthians 10:13Read in context →
There hath no temptation taken you but such as is common to man: but God is faithful, who will not suffer you to be tempted above that ye are able; but will with the temptation also make a way to escape, that ye may be able to bear it. common...: or, moderate
James 4:7Read in context →
Submit yourselves therefore to God. Resist the devil, and he will flee from you.
Matthew 26:41Read in context →
He went away again the second time, and prayed, saying, O my Father, if this cup may not pass away from me, except I drink it, thy will be done.
Hebrews 4:15-16Read in context →
For we have not an high priest which cannot be touched with the feeling of our infirmities; but was in all points tempted like as we are, yet without sin. Let us therefore come boldly unto the throne of grace, that we may obtain mercy, and find grace to help in time of need.
Psalms 119:11Read in context →
Thy word have I hid in mine heart, that I might not sin against thee.
A thought
Temptation is common to everyone, and you are not weak for feeling its pull. God is faithful: with every testing He provides a way out, and offers grace to help in time of need.
A prayer
Father, when I am tempted, show me the way of escape and give me the will to take it. Keep my feet on Your path.