October 13, 2012
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Not into temptation
There are certain rules I try to follow in dealing with my vehicle. When I go any where my auto is locked and nothing of any value or that could be mistaken for something of value is left in plain site. In that way I don’t tempt the weak into breaking into my truck. There are occasions we don’t want to admit to, but we cause the problem by tempting another into doing something wrong.
In Isaiah 39 we read about King Hezekiah and that he had recovered from a sickness, so the King of Babylon sent him a present. Hezekiah was glad that the king of Babylon sent him the present and showed those from Babylon all of his possessions.
Then came Isaiah saying Hear the word of the LORD of hosts: Behold, the days come, that all that is in thine house, and that which thy fathers have laid up in store until this day, shall be carried to Babylon: nothing shall be left, saith the LORD. And of thy sons that shall issue from thee, which thou shalt beget, shall they take away; and they shall be eunuchs in the palace of the king of Babylon.
Hezekiah proud of all he had obtained showed all that he had to the visitors from Babylon, which tempted the King of Babylon who eventually came to take it all away.
Our actions have an affect upon others, we can set high moral standards or we can cause another to be tempted in many different ways.
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I pray that I chose the path God would want me to follow, and I don’t always know the right path, and my biggest splurge is a plant. And I can’t imagine spending more than $5 on one to begin with… I dye my own hair ($6), don’t get my nails done, never go to a salon (they cut too much off), and to be honest if I buy something it probably revolves around the kids, and even than we focus on educational things not material things that impress no one (I personally think those that buy something like a new SUV, or bigger house, whatever think they are impressing people, but they don’t truly care, in our time/day that is)
Avoiding temptation is the common item of discussion. However, wisely, handling ourselves so as not to tempt others is a great step of faith.
Good point,.
@Growedup - I am sure Bev you are making the right decisions, when we base them on being faithful in the least and out of need over want our choices are most generally correct. As our utilities continue up on heating and cooling our house I am glad we live in a small house. I still regret the gas guzzeling truck I have, through buying it I was taught a few lessons the hard way
@ANVRSADDAY - Thank you Bro Frank, your visits and comments are appreciated. It has been awhile since I posted about temptation, do you know how is it the word says Jesus was tempted (in every way) as we?
We shouldn't tempt someone if we can help to want to break in and steal our things in the car, truck, etc.
Because most that see something they want Bro. Lewis, will smash the window and steal it. Bro. Doc
@Lewis1122 - Yes the Bible says that Jesus was tempted in every way, but without sin. He is the only one who can make that claim.
@BroDoc - Agreed Bro Doc! Here on our news they tell us often about leaving things in the open in the car which attracts some one to break in. There are many ways we can create a temptation for others if we are not careful. Some as simply pulling out in front of an on coming car causing them to have to stop for us, it can make their blood boil. There in KC there have been many cases of road rage just because some will not get out of the fast lane so those cars that are driving faster can pass. It is a law that the slower cars are supposed to keep to the right, but many times they like how open the faster lane on the left is, but once they get in the left lane behind them gets bogged down.
@ANVRSADDAY - Yes Bro Frank, I believe the way Jesus was tempted in every way as we, is because there are only three catagories of temptation. 1 Lust of the eye, 2 lust of the flesh, and 3 pride of life. In the wilderness we can see all three catagories of temptations, also with Eve those three catagoires was used.
Thank you. GBU
"There are occasions we don’t want to admit to, but we cause the problem by tempting another into doing something wrong."
*AMEN! AMEN! VERY TRUE!
@masuzettereyes - Thank you Sis Maria for the visit and the comment.
It is good when you can use everyday experiences to shaare with others.
@liz4christ - Thank you Liz! It does help to be able to relate truths to what we can see, it makes them more real plus easier to remember.
We're like you Lewis, when we are traveling, nothing is left in the car, that appears to be valuable....
And you are right, when you say, we lay temptations out for others to sin....We must admit to this, and ask the Lord for forgiveness, and ask Him to lead us in all things, so that we are doing His Will, and not ours....
We need to shy away from temptation....Giving in to temptation is a no win situation....Keep focus upon the Lord always....