Responding to temptation

Temptation is a reality for every Christian. Even Jesus, who lived a perfect life, had to deal with temptation. Thankfully, from Jesus’ example and Hebrews 4:15, we are assured that temptation isn’t sin. Jesus was tempted and remained sinless, but how did he do this? What lessons can we learn from his example? First off, Jesus stresses the impor- tance of taking temptation seriously in Matthew 18:7–9 (ESV). Woe to the world for temptations to sin! For it is necessary that temptations come, but...