Truth For Life Daily Program Joseph’s Temptation (Part 2 of 2)
Jan 16, 2026
Explore the timeless struggle against temptation through the lens of Joseph's story. Discover how a healthy fear of God empowered him to resist Potiphar's wife's advances. Learn about practical strategies for avoiding temptation, including the importance of decisive and principled choices. Delve into the struggles we face against flesh, world, and devil, and hear how God provides escape routes in moments of testing. This engaging discussion offers valuable insights for anyone seeking to make righteous decisions in the face of temptation.
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Obedience Over Pragmatism
- Joseph's refusal was rooted in the fear of God, not mere pragmatism or social consequences.
- Alistair Begg says sexual sin is primarily an act of disobedience against God, making it always wrong.
Secular Rule That Still Upholds Fidelity
- Alistair Begg cites a Men's Health piece that endorses escaping temptation out of commitment to marriage.
- He contrasts secular pragmatism with cultural decline when societies reject God's standards.
Ratify Your 'No' Daily
- When you resist temptation, reaffirm the decision daily rather than relying on one victory.
- If it's wrong once, it's wrong every time; don't play mind games to justify yielding.
The Bible teaches that our response to temptation leads to either corruption or eternal life. How can we make sure we’re making the right choices in the right way? Examine a powerful example of how to resist temptation, on Truth For Life with Alistair Begg.