Jesus is tempted by the devil

Have you ever been tempted to do or say something that you know is wrong?

It is not a sin to be tempted, unless we do what we are tempted to do, even though we know it is wrong.

The devil tempted Jesus three times and tried to get Jesus to sin. Did He? NO! Jesus did the right thing each time. All of us face temptations. What are some of the temptations you are tested with (try to remember). Here are some ways we may be tempted by the devil, followed by a Bible verse that will help us to resist that temptation.

1. Spreading gossip about others (You shall not give false witness against your neighbour. Exodus 20 : 16)

2. Disobeying (Honour your father and mother. Exodus 20 : 12)

3. Take something that does not belong to you (You shall not steal. Exodus 20 : 15).

Remember, when Jesus was tempted, He turned to Scripture to help Him resist and put the devil to shame. We should do the same.

Father, we are thankful for your Holy Word. Help us to read our Bible daily and keep the words in our heart, so that we might be able to resist temptation. Amen.