Jesus answered, "It is written: 'Man does not live on bread alone, but on every word that comes from the mouth of God' "
Temptation is described as something that seduces or has the quality to seduce. It is the act of influencing by exciting hope or desire, to have or do something that you know you should avoid. Temptation can be subtle, fierce or irresistible, often targeted at an area of weakness. It usually appears as the absolute best position to take in a given situation, except that a sixth sense and a nagging conscience tells us it's wrong.
Jesus' first temptation in the wilderness was related to hunger, right after a prolonged fasting and prayer session. It would have been the logical thing to do but for the source of advice and the hidden intentions behind the advice. Jesus carefully resisted and overcame his temptations by words of God written in scripture. His knowledge of the Christian's reference standard saved him from wrong.
Our knowledge of God's word is the first line of defense we have against the myriads of temptations facing us daily. The Holy Spirit searches our sub conscious database and brings to our remembrance the word for the moment, by which we can overcome. As we study and meditate on the word of God, it is stored in us for the day of need. Little wonder lessons of God's word learnt from way back still remain relevant in leading us out of trouble today. May the word of God continually be our delight in Jesus name.
Prayer: Dear Lord, please grant me the grace to know your will and your ways that I may walk in light. Holy Spirit of God I give you room in my life to remind me of your counsel and to obey you. I let go of my sinful pleasures, I invite you to take over. Let my testimony be like that of Jesus Christ I pray. Amen.
One-Year Daily Bible Reading Plan - June 7 2010 - Ezra 6-10 (OT), 1 Corinthians 12 (NT).
Pray for someone today - Pray for Christian marriages, that the Holy Spirit will be a part of the home and guide the family by the word God. Pray for these families to overcome temptations that seek to tear the home apart. Pray that the fruits of Christian families will shine as light in the world today.
God's love and mine...
