Hello, Sisters! Temptations test us all the time. How do we pass the tests? Let's learn from Jesus as He is victorious over Satan in the wilderness.
A couple of weeks ago I shared that I was working on something special for Lent. (Read about it here if you missed that post.) The recording I'm sharing today was made in February 2019 as I was reading through the Gospels. I'm encouraged to see again how Jesus faced temptations and want to encourage you to think about a few things the next time you're struggling...
FIRST, pray and ask God these questions...
1. Holy Spirit, what is the temptation I am facing? Am I being tempted to give in to discouragement? Jealousy? A specific sin of some kind? We know exactly what Jesus was tempted to do in Luke 4, but sometimes it's harder to identify the specific temptations we are facing. God can help us understand what's really going on.
2. Lord Jesus, what does Your Word say about this temptation? If a relevant scripture doesn't come to mind, search online for a verse about what you're facing or, even better, ask a friend!
3. Father God, what do I do? Ask for direction from God about how to resist the temptation you are facing.
SECOND, submit to God, ask for His strength to obey, resist the devil, and tell him to flee! Remember James 4:6-10 (NLT):
6 And he gives grace generously. As the Scriptures say, “God opposes the proud but gives grace to the humble.”
7 So humble yourselves before God. Resist the devil, and he will flee from you. 8 Come close to God, and God will come close to you. Wash your hands, you sinners; purify your hearts, for your loyalty is divided between God and the world. 9 Let there be tears for what you have done. Let there be sorrow and deep grief. Let there be sadness instead of laughter, and gloom instead of joy. 10 Humble yourselves before the Lord, and he will lift you up in honor.
Watch the video below or on youtube...
Or listen to the podcast version here or on the Sister Studies podcast.
May God bless you as you continue to walk with Jesus through Lent and toward Easter!
Much Love,
Melissa
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Thanks so much for sharing!