Victory Over Temptation: Lessons from Luke 4:1-12
Explore the source and nature of temptation, drawing insights from biblical characters who faced temptations and highlighting ways to overcome them. Discover how God equips us to stand firm against temptations despite the challenges we may encounter.
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VICTORY OVER TEMPTATION (LESSON 974) Text: Luke 4:1-12 Memory verse: Wherefore, let him that thinketh he standeth take heed lest he fall. 1Corithians 10:12
Introduction Salvation experience marks a turning point in the life of a sinning youth. Consequently, such a youth turns away from sin, Satan and the world. The devil knowing that he has lost such an individual from the dominion of sin, enslavement, oppression and destruction makes frantic effort to bring him back. The means employed by the devil to accomplish this is called TEMPTATION. SOURCE - Internet (Google pictures)
Definition of Temptation Temptation is an enticement in form of thoughts or suggestions to sin or do evil. It is common to all. Temptation cuts across age, race, social class, colour and all spiritual levels. No saint lives or grows enough in grace or faith to be above temptations. JJJJJJJJ SOURCE - Internet (Google pictures)
BIBLE CHARACTERS WHO EXPERIENCED TEMPTATION Jesus The Rechabites Peter King David Daniel and his three friends Joseph etc
POINT 1 - SOURCES OF TEMPTATION (Luke 4 vs 1,2; James 1 vs 13-15; Matt 4 vs 1; I Chron 21 vs 1; Gen 3 vs 6; I Jn 2 vs 15-17; II Cor 2 vs 11;) God is never the author of temptation to sin. He can never be blamed for sin though men in their attempt not to take responsibility for their actions often heap blame of their failure on God (James 1 vs 13) SOURCE - Internet (Google pictures)
sources of temptation - contd Satan places stumbling blocks (temptations) on the pathways of Christians. He often engages unfaithful disciples in putting obstacles on the way of genuine Christians with the intention of making them to fall. The resolve and focus of the Christian youth should be to have an uncompromising stand against temptation. Paul the apostle made it clear that though God allows temptation, He does not allow us to be tempted above what we can overcome (I Cor 10 vs 13) SOURCE - Internet (Google pictures)
sources of temptation- Contd. Temptation begins with man's desire which may be perfectly legitimate by itself but leads him away from his God- given goal. This desire within the heart, if allowed, can cause men to be enticed or tempted. The Devil therefore tries to entice the heart to desire things that would lead one astray. He makes youths to backslide first by creating pride, lust, revenge, envy, etc in their heart. Keep thy heart with all diligence; for out of it are the issues of life (Prov 4 vs 23) C SOURCE - Internet (Google pictures)
Other sources of temptation include Temptation comes when one is drawn away of his own lust by Satan. He sees tendency to sin in one s heart and entices one into it with the intent to dispossess us of our most valuable possession eternal life. The flesh is another source of temptation. The inordinate cravings of the flesh in the areas of appetite and immoral urge can lead to temptation. Also, Satan uses various agents to bring temptation such as neighbours, relatives or even parents. Christian youths are therefore encouraged to diligently guard and protect their hearts and avoid anything that would be an object of temptation. Overconfidence can also be another source of temptation.
POINT 2 - STEPS TO VICTORY OVER TEMPTATION (Luke 4 vs 3-12; Matt 4 vs 3-10; Gen 39 vs 7-13; Jere 35 vs 14-16; Dan 3 vs 12-18; 6 vs 12-16) Whatever form or shape a temptation takes, the joy of heaven is to see a believer overcome it. If victory is the goal of all Christian youths, then they must take a righteous and unshakeable stand against sin by . abstaining from all appearance of evil; I Thess 5 vs 22 The first step to overcoming temptation begins with a resolute and purposeful heart. This accounted for Daniels s ability to overcome all the temptations that he experienced in Babylon; Dan 1 vs 8.
STEPS TO VICTORY OVER TEMPTATION - CONTD The second is having the fear of God. Joseph manifested this while in Portiphars house in Egypt; Gen 39 vs 9. The next is to have a strong determination to obey Gods command no matter the source of temptation. The sons of Rechab determined to keep to their father s instruction even though there was a contrary instruction from a great prophet; Jere 35 vs 14-16. Another step is to have a fixed mid to do Gods will. Jesus Christ is our perfect example; Mark 8 vs 33. A strong desire to follow Gods will in everything will help us to resist temptation from Satan; Psalm 40 vs 8.
POINT 3 - STRONG ADMONITION NOT TO YIELD TO TEMPTATION (James I vs 12 -15; Prov 1 vs 10-15; I Cor 10 vs 13; Heb 2 vs 18) .Let no man say when he is tempted, I am tempted of God: for God cannot be tempted with evil, neither tempted he any man: But every man is tempted, when he is drawn away of his own lust, and enticed. Then when lust hath conceived, it bringeth forth sin: and sin, when it is finished bringeth forth death (James 1 vs 13-15) The gains from yielding to temptation are not comparable to doing otherwise. In other words, it is more rewardable not to yield to temptation. SOURCE - Internet (The daily promise)
STRONG ADMONITION NOT TO YIELD TO TEMPTATION - CONTD Temptation starts with a lust for evil in one s heart. At this stage, the tempted is weighing the supposed gain, pleasures to be derived from yielding. This leads to enticement to do the act and to conceive or accept to do it. Yielding to such a temptation becomes sin. The danger is that it brings pains, dejections, frustrations, regrets and sorrows. But eventually it leads to death separation from the kingdom of God in eternity. SOURCE - Internet (Google pictures)
God never allows temptation that you cannot overcome to come your way (I Cor 10 vs 13). Therefore, it is disappointing to yield to the temptation that God has given you power to overcome. In conclusion... When next you are tempted know that God allows it because He knows you can overcome it. Resolve now not to yield for yielding is sin. The Lord will give you grace in Jesus name. Remember, If sinners entice thee, consent thou not (Prov 1 vs 10).
Questions 1.) What is Temptation? 2.) What are the sources of temptation? 3.) How can a Christian youth overcome temptation? 4.) From the revelation of God through apostle James, what are the stages of temptation? 5.) What is Gods expectation from those who are tempted?
