'Blessed is the man who endures temptation.' James 1:2

There is a misperception : temptation is sin. The Devil wants you to blame yourself for the temptations you experience. Why? Because when you believe that you are the source of it, you feel condemned and discouraged. As you indulge in feelings of discouragement, you become an easy prey and satan convinces you to go ahead and yield to the temptation.

The Bible says, 'Therefore, there is now no condemnation for those who are in Christ Jesus' (Romans 8:1 NIV). When satan sends temptation, the Holy Spirit goes to work in us, helping us to reject his suggestions and reminding us of Jesus' availability to help us triumph. 'Because Jesus was tempted as we are...He understands us and He is able to help us when we are tempted' (Hebrews 2:18).

So when you're tempted, reject satan's condemnation and reach for Christ's overcoming assistance

Word for today

Our music for today is 'Count it all joy' by the Winans. Click on the picture to listen.