Temptation is Real

“Great blessings belong to those who are tempted and remain faithful! After they have proved their faith, God will give them the reward of eternal life. God promised this to all people who love him.” James 1:12 Being tempted is not a sin, giving in to it is. Last July...

Beware. Temptation.

Temptation is a desire or craving for something, especially something considered wrong (Encarta Dictionary).   It is out there, and it is everywhere. I just had a brief conversation about temptation last night with one of my children.  This conversation led to a...

Temptation

Temptation: A desire or craving for something, especially something considered wrong. Yesterday after church we went out to eat. The first thing I saw beautifully photographed was a delicious dessert called molten lava. Mmmmmm, this chocolate cake filled with hot...

Strength to withstand temptation

Every time I read the story of Joseph and Potiphar’s wife I am grateful for his strength to withstand temptation and his dedication to God through the various unfair situations he had in his life. Remember, Jo was hated by his brothers and sold as a slave, tempted...
Cling to Him! Stand firm!

Cling to Him! Stand firm!

All throughout the bible we are warned not to fall into the trap of following the customs of those who don’t believe in the Lord, and not to worship their gods. It doesn’t turn out so well for you in the end if you succumb yourself to the ways of the world. It...