A Moment of Weakness
Despite the universal nature of
temptation, many people mistake temptation for
the actual act of sin. However, these two are
not the same. If we are to achieve victory in
the Christian life, we must learn to
distinguish between them.
Understand that the
enticement to sin does not mean the act of sin
must follow. Rather, temptation involves a
process through which our hearts, minds, and
bodies are preparing for the act of sin.
Interrupting this process can stop the growing
temptation dead in its tracks.
How does this process flow?
It begins with something as simple as a
glance. Isn’t this how it all started with
David in 2 Samuel 11:1-5? Once the enticement
entered his thinking by way of the eyes, he
nursed his desire.
Once the image is set in our
mind, we make a choice: Am I going to continue
with this desire or not? As these thoughts
tumble through our minds, we begin to
fantasize and then develop a great desire for
the object.
After that come the areas of
decision and pursuit, through which we do
whatever is necessary to achieve the goal.
Finally, this process culminates with the
actual sinful act.
You see, sin doesn’t happen
immediately. It is the result of a process.
This means that you have the ability to bring
that momentum to a halt at any time. Ask the
Lord for the presence of mind to perceive
these steps as they happen, so that you might
put an end to the sinful progression before
it’s too late.
DO YOU ?
Do you ever feel
discouraged and dissatisfied? Do you ever have
feelings of unrest and fear of the future?
Does the thought of death and the hereafter
haunt you?
YOU ARE
Are you
looking for an unconditional love? Someone who
accepts you where you are and loves you no
matter what? Look no further than a personal
relationship with Jesus Christ.
Cast all your anxiety on him because he
cares for you.
1 Peter 5:7 NIV
Never let the enemy tell
you that you re worthless or insignificant.
You have value in the eyes of God so great
that it was worth dying for. You are a
blessing to the world.
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forgiveness and unconditional love is
available for anyone who asks?
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