What Does the Bible Say About Temptation?
Key Scriptures and spiritual guidance on temptation
The Bible addresses temptation in many places, acknowledging that it is a common struggle for all people. It teaches that temptation is not a sin in itself, but giving in to temptation can lead to sin. The Bible also reassures believers that God is faithful and will provide a way out when they are tempted, and that they can rely on His strength to resist. It encourages individuals to pray for strength and wisdom when facing temptation, and to flee from situations that may lead them astray.
Bible Verses About Temptation
1 Corinthians 10:13KJV
“There hath no temptation taken you but such as is common to man: but God is faithful, who will not suffer you to be tempted above that ye are able; but will with the temptation also make a way to escape, that ye may be able to bear it.”
James 1:13KJV
“Let no man say when he is tempted, I am tempted of God: for God cannot be tempted with evil, neither tempteth he any man:”
Matthew 26:41KJV
“Watch and pray, that ye enter not into temptation: the spirit indeed is willing, but the flesh is weak.”
1 Timothy 6:9KJV
“But they that will be rich fall into temptation and a snare, and into many foolish and hurtful lusts, which drown men in destruction and perdition.”
Matthew 6:13KJV
“And lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from evil: For thine is the kingdom, and the power, and the glory, for ever. Amen.”
Hebrews 2:18KJV
“For in that he himself hath suffered being tempted, he is able to succour them that are tempted.”
1 Peter 5:8KJV
“Be sober, be vigilant; because your adversary the devil, as a roaring lion, walketh about, seeking whom he may devour:”
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