The Ask in Faith Podcast

3 Things Satan Wants You to Believe About Temptation (Ep. 18)

Jan 23, 2024
Exploring misconceptions about temptation, distinguishing between temptation and sin. Emphasizing the importance of resisting temptation and relying on Jesus Christ for strength. Delving into a Book of Mormon vision to highlight choosing Christ over temptation and the significance of aligning one's life with Him.
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INSIGHT

Distinguishing Temptation and Sin

  • Temptation itself is not sin; sin occurs only when one gives in to temptation.
  • Joseph of Egypt resisted Potiphar's wife, showing that being tempted isn't inherently sinful.
ANECDOTE

Joseph vs. David on Temptation

  • Joseph of Egypt resisted Potiphar's wife and ran away to avoid sinning.
  • King David gave in to temptation with Bathsheba, showing different responses to the same trial.
INSIGHT

Jesus Was Tempted, Not Sinful

  • Even Jesus Christ was tempted in all things like we are, but He did not sin.
  • If temptation itself was sin, then Christ would have been a sinner, which He was not.
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