Fighting Temptation
No temptation has overtaken you that is not common to man. God is faithful, and he will not let you be tempted beyond your ability, but with the temptation, he will also provide the way of escape, that you may be able to endure it. - 1 Corinthians 10:13
Blessed is the man who remains steadfast under trial, for when he has stood the test he will receive the crown of life, which God has promised to those who love him. - James 1:12
Watch and pray that you may not enter into temptation. The spirit indeed is willing, but the flesh is weak. - Matthew 26:41
But I say, walk by the Spirit, and you will not gratify the desires of the flesh. - Galatians 5:16
Put on the whole armor of God, that you may be able to stand against the schemes of the devil. - Ephesians 6:11
I have stored up your word in my heart, that I might not sin against you. - Psalm 119:11
Types of Temptation…
Sexual Immorality: Having sex with someone other than your spouse. This includes homosexuality, having sex before marriage, bestiality and a wide range of sexual activity.
Impurity: Lust, Porno, 900 numbers, Dirty magazines, etc., a broad term covering many areas.
Debauchery: Out of control, excessive sensually, dirty dancing, Dressing in sleazy clothes.
Idolatry: False gods, anything you place above God… girlfriend/boyfriend, sports, television, etc.
Witchcraft: The occult, the use of drugs or alcohol to escape or to alter your thought process.
Hatred: Detesting someone, mean feelings/actions directed toward another, passionate dislike.
Discord: Having a bad attitude, acting on your hate, difficult to get along with.
Jealousy: Being angry or resentful toward someone because they possess something that you do not.
Fits of Rage: Throwing a fit, losing control, a temper tantrum.
Selfish Ambition: Self-centered, looking to personal interests at others expense, self-promotion, pride.
Dissension: Arrogance that causes clicks, thinking that your group is better than everyone else’s.
Factions: Cliquish, segregationist, being part of a group that causes trouble, gangs
Envy: Being mad when something good happens to someone else, being resentful.
Drunkenness: Getting high from beer or drugs, impaired state.
