So what does Scripture tell us about temptation and how to resist it?

Luke 4

James 1

There is no sin in being tempted, because everyone experiences it. Rather, it is when we give in that it becomes sin.

The good news is that temptation can be endured. Not only that, but the believer who resists temptation is happy and will receive a reward. So what does Scripture tell us about temptation and how to resist it?

PRACTICAL PRINCIPLES

1.Where does temptation come from? Generally, temptation comes from Satan, but it takes two to tango. Temptation does nothing unless we give it permission. James 1:14–15describes the process of temptation: the temptation itself, our attention is stirred, we give it power, we act on it, and eventually the repercussions kick in.

2.When does temptation come? The simple answer is that temptation comes all the time, but there are…