God Does Not Tempt
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This Month's Topic: Dealing With Temptation
Scripture Reference: James 1:12-15
Discussion Objective: Help us understand the concept that God tempts no one.
Many people do not understand the concept of temptation and our sin nature and often blame God for temptations.
James was written by Jesus' half- brother. with the key idea of the book being:
Following Jesus is not only about agreeing with theological information. Jesus’ followers become truly wise by living according to Jesus’ summary of the Torah—love God with everything you’ve got, and love your neighbor as yourself.
What have been some things you have heard about temptation? What is your understanding about temptation?
12 Blessed is the man who remains steadfast under trial, for when he has stood the test he will receive the crown of life, which God has promised to those who love him.
V12: What are some ways we remain "steadfast under trial"?
Why can God not be tempted with evil?
13 Let no one say when he is tempted, “I am being tempted by God,” for God cannot be tempted with evil, and he himself tempts no one.
V13: Comments and/or follow up questions
What are some temptations you have battled in the past that now are overcome and you handle without struggle?
14 But each person is tempted when he is lured and enticed by his own desire.
15 Then desire when it has conceived gives birth to sin, and sin when it is fully grown brings forth death.
V14-15: Comments and/or follow up questions
Give yourself an honest evaluation regarding your current temptations and what you need to do to combat sin.
Notes from same book of the bible
| File | Chapter | Resource |
|---|---|---|
| 1_James Overview | - | Bible Book Overview |
| Part 1 | 1 | Teaching |
| Part 3 | 1 | Teaching |
| Works with Faith | 2 | Teaching |
| Christian Service | 2 | Discussion |
| Book of James - Worldliness | 4 | Teaching |
| James 4 11 16 | 4 | Teaching |
| James 5 1-6 | 5 | Teaching |
| Book of James last | 5 | Teaching |
| Praying In All Occasions | 5 | Discussion |