Temptation isn't confined to moral crossroads. Much of it is subtle: the impulse to protect ourselves with a lie, nurse resentment, chase approval, indulge an appetite or choose whatever seems easiest for us rather than what God has said is good. How Do I Fight Temptation? begins with James’s diagnosis that temptation works through desires already present within us. This booklet considers how selfish instincts draw our attention away from God and why resisting temptation cannot depend upon willpower alone. Scripture shaped Jesus’ response to temptation in the wilderness, and the same Word exposes our motives, roots our identity in Christ and gives substance to our choices. You'll also look at confession, accountability, serving others and taking practical measures when a specific temptation repeatedly trips us up. This resource includes: a biblical account of how temptation works guidance for recognising the desires beneath particular struggles practical ways to use Scripture, prayer and Christian community help with taking sin seriously without grounding your identity in your performance encouragement to return to Christ when you fail A shared invitation Our Daily Bread Ministries wants to stay alongside you in the not-so glamorous parts of discipleship. That is why this resource is free. If you value resources that bring Scripture into those places, your donation helps us keep making them available to anyone who needs them.
