Resist Temptation

Lady of Light

In the book of Mathew, Jesus was "led up of the Spirit into the wilderness to be tempted of the devil."

I believe Jesus' answers to the devil's temptation can give us help as well. For example if you are dieting (as I am always attempting to do), think of Jesus' answer to Satan when he had fasted 40 days and 40 nights:

"It is written, Man shall not live by bread alone, but by every word that proceedeth out of the mouth of God" Mathew 4:4

In what ways do we live by bread - by being overly preoccupied with food, by working hard to provide for ourselves and others for our needs. Let's not forget God, His Word, and His counsel along the way.

The world is filled with many distractions. I always wonder why, if you turn the TV on at night there are always colorful food and restaurant commercials to make you think about eating long after you have had your evening meal!

All we really need to do is pray the Lord's prayer, "Our Father, who art in heaven, hallowed be Thy name. Thy kingdom come, Thy will be done, on earth as it is in Heaven. Give us this day our daily bread and forgive us our trespasses as we forgive those who trespass against us. Lead us not into temptation but deliver us from evil, for Thine is the Kingdom, Power and Glory forever." Amen.

Stick with prayer and the word of God - move away from the world, the flesh and the devil.

Have a great day!

Lady of Light