Lead Us Not Into Temptation But Deliver Us From Evil

Ever since the beginning of time, we found ourselves wrestling with temptation and sin. This powerful message reminds us that while the world may lie in the power of the evil one, we have hope through Christ. The Lord's Prayer teaches us to ask God to 'lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from evil.' This isn't just a plea for protection, but a recognition of our own weakness and need for divine strength. We're reminded of Jesus' words in Gethsemane: 'The spirit is willing, but the flesh is weak.' This internal struggle between our desire to do good and our sinful nature is a universal human experience. However, we're not left defenseless. God provides a way of escape from temptation, and we're called to submit ourselves to Him, resist the devil, and draw near to God. The key to victory lies in immersing ourselves in God's Word, storing it in our hearts to guard against sin. As we reflect on this message, let's consider how we can actively feed the 'good wolf' within us, nurturing our spiritual growth and resisting the pull of temptation in our daily lives.