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When Temptation Seems Too Much To Bear

1 Corinthians 10:13 —  "No temptation has overtaken you that is not common to man. God is faithful, and he will not let you be tempted beyond your ability, but with the temptation, he will also provide the way of escape, that you may be able to endure it."

Temptation comes in multiple forms:

• Lust (Matthew 5:28)
• Gluttony (Proverbs 23:20-21)
• Pride (Proverbs 11:2)
• Greed (1 Timothy 6:10)
• Envy (Galatians 5:26)
• Sloth (Proverbs 13:4)
• Wrath (Psalm 37:8)
   

You may know these as the seven deadly sins.
 

Lust: This is one that hits guys right where we live. We were created to be attracted to women, but we get into trouble when we lust after every woman we see. We don't do ourselves any favors by watching movies, advertisements, or surfing the wrong sites. Let's rethink what triggers us to desire.

Gluttony: Being from New Orleans, great food is a way of life. We even have festivals around particular food like crawfish. But just as the saying goes, everything in moderation. Overeating not only has an impact on our health and other desires, but it's also sinful. Let's rethink what triggers us to consume.

Pride: Men, brace your egos because this is going to sting a bit. We can be a prideful bunch. We act like four-year-old in certain situations. We tie our pride to our bank accounts, cars, houses, and even our self-esteem. Let's rethink what triggers us to be content.

Greed: In a "he who dies with the most wins," culture, it's no wonder people struggle with greed. If I had to edit that phrase, I would say, "he who dies without Christ is lost." Let's rethink what triggers us to materialism.

Envy: If you try to keep up with the Jones's on social media, you'll die trying and probably end up in debt when you do. Just because you see someone have something valuable doesn't mean they were blessed with it. They may be in debt because of it. They may be trying to keep up with their own set of Jones's. Let's rethink what triggers us to jealousy.

Sloth: My mother taught me the lesson of a great work ethic by setting an example. Thanks, Mom. One day your children will mimic what they see, and I pray they see a Godly man that works and provides for his family. Let’s rethink what triggers us to be lazy.

Wrath: Anger seems to be the go-to for many, and I wonder why people start with anger in most relationships. Maybe it's an insecurity reflex to help protect themselves from getting hurt. Perhaps it's a heart condition that reflects a lost soul. Either way, this society seems very angry about many things. Let's rethink what triggers us to anger.
 

Uncommen Questions:

Do you suffer from any of these sins? Some or all?

What are you doing about it?

Uncommen Challenge:

I challenge us to reexamine our hearts in light of these sins and repent to God.