"No temptation has overtaken you except what is common to mankind. And God is faithful; he will not let you be tempted beyond what you can bear. But when you are tempted, he will also provide a way out so that you can endure it."
(1 Corinthians 10: 13, NIV)
The following footnote from the Life Application Bible gives a great explanation of this verse:
In a culture filled with moral depravity and sin-inducing pressures, Paul gave strong encouragement to the Corinthians about temptation. He said:
- Wrong desires and temptations happen to everyone, so don't feel you've been singled out.
- Others have resisted temptation, and so can you.
- Any temptation can be resisted because God will help you resist it.
- recognize those people and situations that give you trouble
- run from anything you know is wrong
- choose to do only what is right
- pray for God's help
- seek friends who love God and can offer help when you are tempted.
Running from a tempting situation is your first step on the way to victory!
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