Tempted to Do Good

[txarrows]

So, if you think you are standing firm, be careful that you don’t fall! (1 Corinthians 10:12 NIV)

Tempted' to Do Good

One thing that draws us into temptation is thinking too highly of ourselves and trusting ourselves too much. This is an attitude planted by the enemy. We get prideful and think we're just fine, but then Satan tempts us and we fall into sin.

Now, this next statement might shock you: You need to know that there's also a good kind of temptation. We need to realize that Satan tempts us to do evil, but in a way, God tempts us to do good. Every time the enemy sets a bad option in front of you, God always has a good one ready.

When the temptation to sin feels overwhelming, remember that the Holy Spirit, who is much more powerful than the enemy, also wants to overwhelm you, but in a good way. He wants to influence you to do great things if you will let Him.

God is trying to save our lives. He wants to strengthen us so that no matter what happens, we'll be preserved and protected under His covering. When God tempts you to do good, simply obey.

Prayer Starter: Holy Spirit, I want to listen and obey Your good 'temptations.' When the enemy tries to make me stumble, show me Your perfect plan that I can follow instead.

[Bro. Bill]

i said AMEN!!!

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[NibletGillispie]

Thank you

[Trent D]

Great way to start the day.

[elkbowhunter]

thanks Tex....Couple of things to add.
1) The word says old things have passed away. Once a follower of Christ,the flesh no longer holds you captive to sin. Can you sin, sure, but you dont have to.
2) Alot of people still struggle with their identity in Christ. We bring nothing to the table...nothing. The great exchange that takes place when you love God with your whole heart is that your new spirit man is Holy and yes righteous.
3) Dont worry about the law..its dead. Jesus says to 1)Love God and 2) Love People and the only way to do that is to lose yourself. This world and us being here is not about us but about what GOD is doing through you. All the things of the flesh, anger, jealousy, strife, worry, pride, doubt, lust, etc etc.....all those things are of the flesh that is dead. Once you understand dead, you will understand life. God loves us so very deeply and is out for our good. If you look at Pauls life he got it, whether he was on a mountain or in a valley he trusted God the same. That takes faith in what Jesus has made clear. It aint about us, its about giving Glory to Him. If you are not in the word of God, I mean breathing the word, how will you ever live the word. Its more than checking off the church and Sunday school box its living and breathing new life not whats dead.

[Buckwheat]

Amen