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The time to prepare for temptation is before it strikes. Only a fool would try to dig a storm cellar in the middle of a tornado, yet many of us seem to think nothing of ignoring the reality of temptation until we are in the middle of a storm. So what can we do to prepare? Develop a faithful devotional life. Hide the Word of God in your heart. Be self-aware. Take note when the “atmospheric” conditions in your life make you increasingly vulnerable. Make yourself accountable and surround yourself with a strong support system.
“How can a young person stay on the path of purity?
— Psalm 119:9-10 (NIV)
By living according to your word.
I seek you with all my heart;
do not let me stray from your commands.”
Lord, help us to seek you with all our heart and do not let us stray. Amen.