I Corinthians 10:1-13
Therefore let anyone who thinks that he stands take heed lest he fall. (v. 12) It gives me pause every time I see a verse with this sentiment. It’s easy for us to be confident that we are “born again” or that we have a “personal relationship” with Jesus or that we are “saved”. And I don’t doubt that we are all those. But to get cocky or arrogant about that, especially with respect to other people or other denominations – we’re treading on dangerous ground. The next verse reminds us of that: 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. (v. 13) I’m not much of a Bible memory person, but that verse is one that I memorized long ago and that still comes to mind from time to time. There are three phrases that I have underlined in my NASB Bible: “common to man”; “beyond what you are able”; and “will provide a way of escape”. All three of those phrases are super important when it comes to our being tempted. We are overcomers! We have the Holy Spirit to help us! Or maybe I should jump ahead to one word in the next verse: “FLEE!!” …’nuff said!
Slava Bohu!
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