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How Christians Fight Temptation
Every Christian faces temptation. No believer is exempt from the struggle against sinful desires. Yet Scripture gives believers clarity, hope, and help for the battle.In this episode of Contending for the Word Q&A, Dave Jenkins explains what the Bible teaches about temptation, desire, sanctification, and the means of grace. Christians do not fight temptation alone. Christ sympathizes with our weakness, the Holy Spirit strengthens His people, and God’s Word guides believers in the pursuit of holiness.Listen and Watch
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- Why every Christian experiences temptation
- The difference between temptation and sin
- What Hebrews 4 teaches about Christ’s sympathy for believers
- How temptation develops according to James 1
- The role of Scripture, prayer, and the local church in resisting sin
- Growing in holiness through the work of the Holy Spirit
Key Scriptures
- Hebrews 4:15-16
- James 1:13-15
- Matthew 26:41
- Galatians 5:22-23



