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The person who is serious about overcoming temptation will not put himself in tempting situations. He will not flirt with danger. If he wants a rush, he will go bungee jumping or sky diving. He will not overestimate his ability to resist temptation, nor will he underestimate his capacity for sin. By realistically appraising both his strengths and his weaknesses, he will be able to live within his limits, thus minimizing the risks of succumbing to temptation.
“Each person is tempted when they are dragged away by their own evil desire and enticed. Then, after desire has conceived, it gives birth to sin; and sin, when it is full-grown, gives birth to death.”
— James 1:14-15 (NIV)
Lord Jesus don’t let us deceive ourselves and succumb to temptation. Amen.