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Key Thought:

How do you respond when you face temptation? 



Key Quote

“Your temptation is an invitation to trust God more.” -Pastor Bil Cornelius 



Start talking. Find a conversation starter for your group.
  • What is one thing you are grateful for this week? 
  • What is something God is teaching you right now? 
  • What does your ideal Sunday look like? 


Start thinking. Ask a thoughtful question.
  • Why is quoting scripture an important tool when facing temptation? 
  • How does focusing on your purpose change the way you view your temptation? 


Start sharing. Choose questions that create openness.
  • What are some areas of temptation that you recognize in your life? 
  • What needs to change in your life to cut off the source of your temptation? Is it certain relationships, environments, or thought patterns? 


Start doing. Commit to a step and live it out this week.
  • Which Bible verse will you memorize this week to speak over yourself when you are tempted? 

Scriptures

“So, if you think you are standing firm, be careful that you don’t fall!” 1 Corinthians 10:12 

“First pride, then the crash—the bigger the ego, the harder the fall.” Proverb 16:18 

“No temptation has seized you except what is common to man.” 1 Corinthians 10:13

“[The devil] has always hated the truth, because there is no truth in him. When he lies, it is consistent with his character; for he is a liar and the father of lies.” John 8:44

“Jesus answered, “It is written: ‘Man shall not live on bread alone, but on every word that comes from the mouth of God.’” Matthew 4:4 

“Jesus answered him, “It is also written: ‘Do not put the Lord your God to the test.’” Matthew 4:7 

“Jesus said to him, “Away from me, Satan! For it is written: ‘Worship the Lord your God, and serve him only.’” Matthew 4:10 

“And God is faithful; he will not let you be tempted beyond what you can bear.” 1 Corinthians 10:13 

“I can do all things through him who strengthens me.” Philippians 4:13

“But when you are tempted, he will also provide a way out so that you can stand up under it.” 1 Corinthians 10:13