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What does the Bible say about temptation?
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The Bible says temptation is common to everyone, yet God is faithful and always provides a way out so you can endure it (1 Corinthians 10:13). Jesus himself faced temptation but never sinned, so he understands your struggle and helps you resist. Temptation is not sin; giving in is.
“1 Corinthians 10:13” the Bible points here. Read more Scripture.
At a glance
| Topic | What does the Bible say about temptation? |
|---|---|
| Scripture anchor | 1 Corinthians 10:13 |
| Scripture text used | King James Version, Public domain |
| Language of this page | English |
| Authorship of this page | Written in English by The Living Bread |
The Scripture this answer points to
There hath no temptation taken you but such as is common to man: but God is faithful, who will not suffer you to be tempted above that ye are able; but will with the temptation also make a way to escape, that ye may be able to bear it.
1 Corinthians 10:13
Quoted from the King James Version, read from the stored text and never typed from memory.
Read it in context
Scripture explains Scripture. Readers most often set these passages beside 1 Corinthians 10:13.
- 2 Peter 2:9: The Lord knoweth how to deliver the godly out of temptations, and to reserve the unjust unto the day of judgment to be punished:
- 2 Timothy 4:18: And the Lord shall deliver me from every evil work, and will preserve me unto his heavenly kingdom: to whom be glory for ever and ever. Amen.
- 2 Thessalonians 3:3: But the Lord is faithful, who shall stablish you, and keep you from evil.
- 1 Peter 5:8-9: Be sober, be vigilant; because your adversary the devil, as a roaring lion, walketh about, seeking whom he may devour: Whom resist stedfast in the faith, knowing that the same afflictions are accomplished in your brethren that are in the world.
- Hebrews 12:4: Ye have not yet resisted unto blood, striving against sin.
- 1 Thessalonians 5:24: Faithful is he that calleth you, who also will do it.
Questions people ask
Where does this answer come from?
It is a short, honest answer in plain words, grounded in 1 Corinthians 10:13. It is not the last word. The last word belongs to Scripture and to Christ.
Can I talk with someone about this question?
Yes. On The Living Bread you can ask the family of God to pray with you, free and without an account, and a real person will pray for you by name.
Where should I read more?
Begin with 1 Corinthians 10:13 in your own Bible, then read the related questions below. Test everything against Scripture.
Take one step this week
- Read 1 Corinthians 10:13 slowly in your own Bible, twice.
- Tell one trusted person what you are asking, and listen to what they say.
- Pray one honest sentence about it today, in your own words.
How this page is made
This answer was written by The Living Bread in plain words and grounded in Scripture. Scripture is read from the King James Version (Public domain), never typed from memory. Cross references come from OpenBible.info (CC BY). If something here is wrong, write to support@living-bread.org and we will correct it.
Take the next step
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