God is Faithful in His Protection

 

Therefore let anyone who thinks that he stands take heed lest he fall. 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. (1 Corinthians 10:12–13 ESV).

 

Our reading today is well known to most of us. We have read or heard it spoken many times. Yet, if you are like me, you have wondered at those times when we feel our weakest that it cannot be true. However, that feeling does not diminish the truth of it. There is so much comfort in this verse. First, it says that there is no unprecedented temptation. Countless others before us have walked through the same temptations, and none of those trials are a surprise to God. And “God is faithful” not to let us have more than we can handle. He will always make a path of faithfulness for us. God will always make the pathway out clear. There will be a way of escape.

 

God is faithful to look out for our spiritual growth and salvation!  He desires to make us righteous!  He never tempts us.  However, He does test us, providing opportunities to prove us faithful.  When we demonstrate ourself to be faithful, He credits us with righteousness!  Yes, God is sweet!  He tests us to bless us! Heaven is going to be awesome!!

 

If you are experiencing trial or temptation, please understand that Jesus knows exactly what you are going through.  God manifested Himself in the flesh to be our example!  No temptation is stronger than our spiritual assets.  Through Scripture, we are instructed in the way to escape temptation.  We have help with faithfulness and self-control from the indwelling of the Holy Spirit.  Christ knows our strengths and weaknesses and has angels on guard for our well-being. Don’t be tempted to turn your back on God.  Be faithful to trust Him wholeheartedly.  He will help bear your load and escape temptation as He sees you through to a much brighter and greener pasture.