1 Corinthians 10:13  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.  Truth #1
We all must face temptation!  It is “Common to man.”  Truth #2  God is always faithful to make a way out!  If we fall into temptation there is no one to blame but ourselves.  Truth #3  It is not a sin to be tempted!  Jesus was tempted in all points like as we are, yet without sin!  Truth #4. The word of God is a shield against temptation!  When the devil tempted Jesus in the wilderness,  all three times our Lord responded… IT IS WRITTEN!  Since the Son of God resorted to the scripture in the hour of temptation,  how much more should you and I do the same!  Consider please… Psalm 119:11 Thy word have I hid in mine heart, that I might not sin against thee.  Truth #5. There will be a reward at the end of the way for those who endure temptation.   James 1:12  Blessed is the man that endureth temptation: for when he is tried, he shall receive the crown of life, which the Lord hath promised to them that love him.  Loving Jesus is the key.  Love for our Lord is the highest motive to flee from sin and run to Him!  Amen. Pastor