12 Therefore let him who thinks he stands take heed that he does not fall.
13 No temptation has overtaken you but such as is common to man; and God is faithful, who will not allow you to be tempted beyond what you are able, but with the temptation will provide the way of escape also, so that you will be able to endure it.
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How incredible a promise... NO Temptation is beyond what we can endure through God's Power. I have always been encouraged by vs 13, because it is a promise that there is a way of escape from sin. The only time it is not very encouraging is after I fail in my walk and sin. This verse reminds me that I am the only one to blame for my sin. It reminds me that I was not depending on the Spirit to give me strength to endure or even find that way of escape.
Even in those times though disappointed in myself, I see the hope that God will help in future times of temptation. I am reminded that the next time I face the temptation I can be victorious, but only if I lean on Christ's Power.
Thank you Lord for you willingness to save, and transport us from this dark world. Thank you for the ability to endure all trials and temptation if we lean on you!
I added in one additional verse this morning..."let him who thinks he stands take heed that he does not fall". Lord help me to be humble, and even in times of victory remind me to fully depend on your provision to get me through the next trial!
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