Temptation

Temptation is the lure to turn away from God, faced even by Jesus in the wilderness where he overcame it by trust in the Father. Scripture promises that God never lets us be tested beyond our strength and always provides a way through. This theme encourages us to resist evil and lean on God's grace.

• Also known as: The Temptation, Temptation of Christ
• Role: Theme of being tested toward sin
• Key Scripture: Matthew 4:1-11, 1 Corinthians 10:13, James 1:12-14

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