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What are some examples of temptations?
19 Temptations You Should Resist or Indulge
- Skip Your Workout. Indulge.
- Have a Candy Bar at Lunch. Resist.
- Read Her Diary. Resist.
- Tell a Friend What His Problem Is. Indulge.
- Gossip About the Boss. Indulge.
- Pop a Pill to Help You Bulk Up. Indulge.
- Play Hooky. Indulge.
- Pee in the Shower. Resist.
What are ways to avoid temptations in life?
Tips
- Always have faith and be persistent in loving and forgiving people.
- When you fail and give in to temptation, be sure to pray.
- Pray before making your decision.
- Say a prayer.
- You can do all things through Christ who strengthens you.
- Let your thoughts be of God.
How do you overcome these temptations?
THE BELIEVERS RESPONSIBILITY TO OVERCOME TEMPTATION
- Be conscious of God’s provision to help you in any tempting situation.
- Take heed to Gods Word.
- Pray for the Strength.
- Forgo Self Gratification.
- Grow into Spiritual Maturity.
- Surround yourself with people of value.
- Resist the Devil.
- Run away from Dangerous Spots.
What are the sources of temptation?
The three sources of temptation have been described as:
- world — “indifference and opposition to God’s design”, “empty, passing values”;
- flesh — “gluttony and sexual immorality, our corrupt inclinations, disordered passions”;
- the Devil — “a real, personal enemy, a fallen angel, Father of Lies, who …
What does temptation feel like?
Temptation is a strong desire or drive to do something. It typically has negative connotations, and tempting objects and behaviors are often presented as gratifying in the short-term but harmful in the long-term. For example, an ex-smoker might feel tempted to smoke.
What are the possible outcomes of temptation?
Temptation can be a serious issue when its long-term consequences lead to loss of job, home, health, livelihood, or relationship. If you experience a strong desire to act in a way you know isn’t good for your health or well-being and struggle with these feelings, talking with a mental health professional can help.
Who are the Temptations and why do they matter?
Under Berger’s acute leadership and vision, the group makes countless television appearances on national mainstream programs. The Temptations are trailblazers, leading the way, not only for themselves, but also for other R&B artists hoping to integrate mainstream America.
Are the Temptations the greatest black vocal group of all time?
Rolling Stone magazine named them among the 100 Greatest Artists of All Time, and in September of 2020, the editors of Rolling Stone commented that the Temptations are “Indisputably the greatest black vocal group of the Modern Era…,” and listed the group’s Anthology album among the “500 Greatest Albums of All Time.”
Who are the Temptations’ ‘classic five?
Ruffin’s entry into The Temptations marked what in musicology circles is considered the group’s “Classic Five”: first tenor Eddie Kendricks, second tenors David Ruffin and Paul Williams, baritone Otis Williams and bass Melvin Franklin.
Is there a way to fight temptation?
This verse presupposes that we will be tempted and that everyone will be tempted in similar ways. But it also says that, for the believer, there is always a way to fight the temptation—to reject sin.