7. What is the truest and best reason for entering into the experience of overcoming temptation? Revelation 14:7; Joshua 24:15. Consider Daniel 3:28.
NOTE: ‘Those who claim to be Christians are in continual need of a power outside of, and beyond, themselves. They need to watch unto prayer, and to place themselves under the guardianship of God, or else they will be overcome by the enemy. The Christian must look to God, as a servant to his master, as a handmaid to her mistress, saying, “Lord, what wilt Thou have me to do?” The servant of God must use his ability in such a way that it will bring glory to God. When he yields himself to the control of the Spirit of God, he will be renewed, transformed into the image of Christ. He will give his affections to God, he will be enlightened, strengthened, and sanctified, and will become a channel of light to the world.’ Review & Herald, February 17, 1891.
8. How is it possible for us to resist temptation? What answer does our High Priest give to us? John 14:13-14; Ephesians 2:8.
NOTE: ‘Angels, who will do for you what you cannot do for yourselves, are waiting for your co-operation. They are waiting for you to respond to the drawing of Christ. Draw nigh to God and to one another. By desire, by silent prayer, by resistance of satanic agencies, put your will on the side of God’s will. While you have one desire to resist the devil, and sincerely pray, Deliver me from temptation, you will have strength for your day.’ Review & Herald, July 4, 1899.