LEAD US NOT INTO TEMPTATION

 

Life is full of challenges, one of the most prominent being temptation. As a recovering alcoholic, I can honestly say I'm an expert in that department. Although twenty-four years sober, there are still days when the Piggly Wiggly wine and beer section beckons me. 

Isn't it interesting that temptation gets stronger when we are on the right spiritual path? Satan grows angry, doing all in his power to lead us astray ... and he's a crafty one.  He knows our weaknesses and will use them against us.  

Matthew 26:41 warns:  "Watch and pray so that you will not fall into temptation.  The spirit is willing, the body is weak."  

1 Corinthians 10:13 reminds us to trust in God:

 

Satan might win a few battles here and there,

but with God's love, mercy, and grace, 

we will win the war.

Patti

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