"12So, whoever thinks he stands must be careful not to fall. 13 No temptation has come upon you except what is common to humanity. But God is faithful; he will not allow you to be tempted beyond what you are able, but with the temptation he will also provide the way out so that you may be able to bear it." 1 Corinthians 10:12-13. CSB
Paul gives a warning to the church in verse 12 above. Basically, to those who feel that they are in control here, 'Nothing will happen to me.,' Think again. Joseph didn't feel that he was in danger of committing adultery or in fact, rape; but, one morning he saw Potiphar's wife and she started flirting with him, trying to entice him too have sex with her. He refused. However, the next time, she cornered him and tried again. He ran from the place but not before she grabbed his robe and started shouting 'rape'. We never know when we may enter into a sinful situation so, be careful. When Joseph ran, it was like he had been fitted with an ejector seat. Take this on board and wear your spiritual one wherever you may go.
bible ref.com offers a good explanation to verse 12:
'The context of that comment was avoiding sin, and not assuming that salvation brings us immunity from the earthly consequences of our own behaviors. Taken with other comments made by Paul (; ), it also serves as a warning to those who are arrogant or careless about their standing in Christ.'
Satan will always use fear. He knows what could trip us up spiritually and, he will put things our way that we may find extremely tempting. He will wrestle with our desires and make it appear that it will be ok, 'After-all, you're only human.' Yes, that it true but, satan will ignore the fact that we are a son and daughter of the King of kings - Jesus. If we're not careful, the temptation will be that strong, that we may feel incredibly weak in overcoming this risk. Use your Spiritual Ejector Seat and call on Jesus for help and then get out of the place immediately, if you can. If you can't, stand firm, remember God's armour - if you have put it on? Rebuke satan and speak in tongues if you need to. Don't try to battle it out with satan any further, using spiritual warfare. On your own, you are no match against him. A single rebuke and quick exit is what you will need. Jesus will take care of the rest.
Be careful, don't think that this could never happen to you. It could and might. So be prepared. Wear your armour everyday; read God's word daily and pray without ceasing, especially in your heavenly language, if you have the ability to. Don't take chances - take Jesus, wherever you go.
If you don't know Jesus or, have fallen away, why not say this prayer right now:
Lord Jesus, I have sinned
I ask you to forgive me and be my Lord and Saviour. Please come into my heart, fill me with Your Spirit and give me a brand new start today.
In Jesus' Name. Amen'
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