Temptation (a Sonnet)


Temptation comes to us in many forms,
to test our faith and so our need for God;
whatever comes our way as raging storms
can bring us to our knees both crushed and clawed.
Satan knows our weaknesses so well
and uses all resources toward our fall.
Call on the Lord and let His Spirit dwell;
He can and will protect you from it all.
There is no thing on Earth you can't withstand
by letting God defend your weary heart;
temptation can be overcome and banned
if you let God His strength in you impart.
            Remember, always call His name for aid
            when dark temptation makes you weak and frayed.

No temptation has overtaken you except what is common to humanity.
God is faithful, and He will not allow you to be tempted beyond what you are able,
but with the temptation He will also provide a way of escape
so that you are able to bear it.

1 Corinthians 10:13

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