Proverbs 1:10-19 – Refuse to Follow Evil
10 My child, if sinners try to lead you into sin, do not follow them. 11 They will say, “Come with us. … 17 It is useless to spread out a net right where the birds can see it. 18 But sinners will fall...
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Growing from Temptations
Temptation of Christ – 16th Century – Simon Bening (circa 1483/1484–1561) Jesus came to earth to live as a man, including the trials and temptations man faces. Luke 4:1-12 is rich with examples we can...
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Contrast the birds’ ability to avoid an obvious trap with someone that enters willingly into sinful adventures – The easy score … The fast buck … “One upping” someone… Even a bird has more sense than...
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7 Now, my sons, listen to me, and don’t ignore what I say. 8 Stay away from such a woman. Don’t even go near the door of her house, 9 or you will give your riches to others, and the best years of your...
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Now, my sons, listen to me; pay attention to what I say. Don’t let yourself be tricked by such a woman; don’t go where she leads you. She has ruined many good men, and many have died because of her....
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How to Beat Temptation
Temptation of Christ – 16th Century – Simon Bening (circa 1483/1484–1561) Temptations are a part of life. The Bible uses the word “temptations” either as “lures to sin” or “trials and tribulations”....
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What if Jesus Turned the Stone Into Bread?
Jesus Tempted in the Wilderness – ca. 1890 – James Tissot (1836–1902) I’m glad he didn’t – He would be a completely different kind of savior if he had. Every time I read through the account of Jesus’...
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