What is the first step in overcoming temptation?
The first step in facing and overcoming temptation is to anticipate it by constant prayer. When we pray for deliverance from temptation, we acknowledge that in our flesh we are powerless to resist, but that God is able and willing to deliver us.
Also asked: What is the key action that should be taken at the beginning of resisting temptation? · What is the initial response when faced with a situation where one might be tempted?
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How do I prepare myself for when I might be tested by sin?
Source: The Basics The Basics, Unit 4, Lesson 4-3 - Testing—Temptation (Review q2) · Read this lesson in the book →
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- What limit does God set on our temptations?Same lesson · The Basics · Lesson 4–3: Testing—Temptation
- What are the three sources of temptations and how are we instructed to deal with each?Same lesson · The Basics · Lesson 4–3: Testing—Temptation
- What does James say we are to consider when we are tempted?Same lesson · The Basics · Lesson 4–3: Testing—Temptation
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