Secrets of Divine Love - A Spiritual Journey into the Heart of Islam - A. Helwa
Confronting and overcoming temptations
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23. Blessed is the man that endureth temptation: for when he is tried, he shall receive the crown of life, which the Lord hath promised to them that love him (James 1:12) No temptation has overtaken you except such as is common to man; but God is faithful, who will not allow you to be tempted beyond what you are able , but with the temptation will also make the way of escape , that you may be able to bear it. (1 Cor. 10:13) Therefore, whether you eat or drink, or whatever you do, do all to the glory of God. (1 Cor. 10:31)
24. "Temptations often appear irresistible because, through neglect of prayer and the study of the Bible, the tempted one cannot readily remember God's promises and meet Satan with the Scripture weapons. But angels are round about those who are willing to be taught in divine things; and in the time of great necessity they will bring to their remembrance the very truths which are needed.” GC, 559-600