As we move through different seasons of life and experience change, our areas of vulnerability will also change. We’ll always be tempted in some way, but the good news is that we can have victory over temptation. Jesus showed us how to do it when He faced the tempter in the wilderness. By standing on God’s Word, He resisted temptation and emerged victorious. Here are some Scriptures we can stand on when we’re tempted. 1) ‘The Lord knows how to rescue godly people from their trials’ (2 Peter 2:9 NLT). 2) ‘This High Priest of ours understands our weaknesses, for he faced all of the same testings we do, yet he did not sin. So let us come boldly to the throne of our gracious God. There we will receive his mercy, and…find grace to help us when we need it most’ (Hebrews 4:15-16 NLT). 3) ‘Put on every piece of God’s armour so you will be able to resist the enemy in the time of evil. Then after the battle you will still be standing firm’ (Ephesians 6:13 NLT). 5) ‘The God of peace will soon crush Satan under your feet…the grace of our Lord Jesus be with you’ (Romans 16:20 NLT). 6) ‘I give unto you power…over all the power of the enemy: and nothing shall by any means hurt you’ (Luke 10:19 KJV). 7) ‘The temptations in your life are no different from what others experience. And God is faithful. He will not allow the temptation to be more than you can stand. When you are tempted, he will show you a way out so that you can endure’ (1 Corinthians 10:13 NLT).

What Now?

There are seven Scriptures in today’s reading – one for each day of the week. Every morning, choose a different one to reflect on and then use it to guide your own prayers for protection from and victory over temptation.