“When the devil had finished every temptation, he left Him until an opportune time” (Luke 4:13).
We may resist the devil and he may flee, but he will come back at an opportune time. The devil is prowling around seeking someone to devour. Resist him and trust in the word of the lord. Every test will serve a purpose. Let the word of the Lord grow deep in you so that you may be able to resist temptations and live in the Father’s will. Know that the Lord is always with You and will guide you if you trust in Him.
Lord, I am often tempted. There are many things in each day which get in the way of my plans. Help me to see that this pattern has been constant in my life. Of course, there are things happening all around me and to me which I do not like, but that does not change Your sovereignty. You have promised that it will all work together for good. Help me to trust in the truth of Your promise.
Lord Jesus, You underwent temptation to a level that few if any have ever experienced, yet in the same way that all of us experience temptation. Help me to understand that You have given me the example (It is written) of how to resist and when I fail, to trust in Your grace to sustain me. The times for temptation will come; but lead me not into temptation and deliver me from evil so that I may abide in You now and forever. Amen.
