You Faced a Temptation

 


Things You will Never do in Heaven, Conclusion

 

Introduction

There are times when we face the same temptation time and time again; always seeming to fail and we ask ourselves, “Why is God allowing me such a difficult temptation to get the better of me?” The apostle Paul contradicts this statement in 1 Corinthians 10:13, No temptation has overtaken you except such as is common to man; but God is faithful, who will not allow you to be tempted beyond what you are able, but with the temptation will also make the way of escape, that you may be able to bear it. Notice what he says towards the end of the verse, “make the way of escape…” Sometimes we don’t see the escape or, rather, we don’t look for it.

In Heaven, there won’t be any temptations to concern ourselves. Since it is considered the Christian’s sabbath, we will enjoy an eternity of rest.

 

Definition of Temptation

The 1828 Webster’s Dictionary gives this definition—Solicitation of the passions; enticements to evil proceeding from the prospect of pleasure or advantage.

One or the great examples of temptation can be found in Matthew chapter 4 in which Satan tempts our Lord and Savior on three different occasions. As an answer to each temptation, Jesus sites scripture by first saying, “It is written” (vss. 4, 7, 10). This was the best way of escape that Paul was talking about in his letter to the congregation in Corinth.

 

Temptation is NOT Sinful

This may sound like an odd statement, but it is, in fact, true. James discusses this, But each one is tempted when he is drawn away by his own desires and enticed. Then, when desire has conceived, it gives birth to sin; and sin, when it is full-grown, brings forth death. Do not be deceived, my beloved brethren (James 1:14-16). What this means is, you can be tempted all day long and, as long as you don’t give in to the temptation, it is not considered sin. Backing up to verse 12, James says, Blessed is the man who endures temptation; for when he has been approved, he will receive the crown of life which the Lord has promised to those who love Him.

 


Everyone is tempted differently

We all have our weaknesses in life. Some are more challenging than others. When we have a temptation that is bound to overtake us, we should look at vices that we don’t have a problem with and figure why it doesn’t affect us and try to use that in assistance to that which is a constant issue.

For example, if one drinks alcohol, but is not tempted to gamble, then you should look at why gambling is not a problem and apply that towards alcohol.

Remember, we have Jesus as our example (1 Pet. 2:21-22). Just because He was deity, doesn’t mean He wasn’t tempted. Yes, He was sinless, and it was through discipline that help make Him that way. As we stated, Jesus used scripture to combat temptation and we should too!

 

Conclusion

As we strive to go to Heaven, we must remember that temptation is around us daily. As Christians, Satan always tries harder to make us sin as he wants us back. He’s a sore loser and wants to take as many souls to Hell with him as he can. Don’t become one of his own again.



Series Conclusion

There are many more things that we will never do again in Heaven, and we should be very grateful that they will no longer be a concern for us. Heaven is an eternity of rest, and all these things will not be a part of it.


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