The Temptation!

Matthew 4:1

Do u ever have the itch to do something sinful? When u experience temptation, how do u handle it? Doesn't it seem to lurk around every corner? Even when u manage to sidestep a particularly tough temptation, a new one rears its ugly head. Sometimes it's like the same one keeps coming up over and over again. It's a constant battle. Sad and tired, isn't it! I am the same as everybody, sometimes u just can't resist it and feel like wanna give it a try or do.

But do u know there is a hope! Jesus fought temptation and won. Satan ambushed Jesus when he was tired, hungry, and alone, but Jesus had a way to stand firm. He put his trust in God and relied on scripture to counteract Satan's lies. Wow way to go Jesus!!! Give Satan a taste of God's word!!!

While i was reading the bible, i finally realised something. Did u know tat God purposely allows temptation to happen? As u read the verse, it mention the Holy Spirit led Jesus into the desert in order to be tempted by Satan! Wow can u believe tat!!! It might sound crazy, but God uses temptation to help us grow. Talking about desert, it reminds me of tat saturday night at the Trinity Methodist Church, where the pastor from California preach the sermon about it. Seems like it really related to it. Wow pastor, i really like ur sermon!!! Cool man! Will talk about next time. Ya temptation, facing and overcoming sinful desires tests ur commitment and brings u closer to God. By resisting the urge to sin, u prove tat God's Spirit is alive in u.

Don't try to fight temptation on ur own, and remember tat u are never alone. It might sound weird but take a huge tip from Jesus, know God's word and live by it. Rely on God's power to beat the pull of sin. Remember guys, He always provides a way out - 1 Corinthians 10:13. So the next time u are tempted, thank God for giving u yet another chance to experience his power and goodness, and choose to follow him. Never give up!!

God bless!