Today’s Bible Verse:
James 1:13 ESV

When tempted, no one should say, “God is tempting me.” For God cannot be tempted by evil, nor does he tempt anyone

Trials and temptations are inevitable in the journey of faith. James' words offer comfort and clarity amidst life's storms. It's easy to blame God when faced with hardship and question why a loving God would allow suffering. But James reminds us that God is not the source of our temptations. He is holy and incapable of evil.

Temptation arises from our desires and the world's allure. We are drawn towards things that promise fleeting pleasure or relief but ultimately lead us astray from God's will. When faced with these trials, we must remember that God is not testing us to see if we will fail but rather to strengthen our faith and draw us closer to Him.

Instead of succumbing to temptation, we should turn to God in prayer. Seek His guidance and strength to resist the pull of sin. Remember that God is faithful and will provide a way out of every temptation. Lean on His promises and trust in His unfailing love.

Amid trials, we can find comfort in knowing God is with us. He understands our struggles and offers His grace and mercy. Through the power of the Holy Spirit, we can overcome temptation and emerge from trials with a deeper faith and a closer relationship with our Savior.

Prayers

Remember:

1. All people dealing with cancer

2. Those who reject Jesus Christ as Lord and Savior.

A Prayer for Today:

Lord of all, thank You for Your Word, which guides me through life's challenges. Help me remember that You are not the source of temptations but rather a refuge in times of trouble. In Jesus' name, I pray. Amen.

Luther’s Morning Prayer:

I thank You, my heavenly Father, through Jesus Christ, Your dear Son, that You have kept me this night from all harm and danger; and I pray that You would keep me this day also from sin and every evil, that all my doings and life may please You. For into Your hands, I commend myself, my body and soul, and all things. Let Your holy angel be with me, that the evil foe may have no power over me. Amen.

Apostles’ Creed:

I believe in God, the Father Almighty, maker of heaven and earth.

And in Jesus Christ, His only Son, our Lord, who was conceived by the Holy Spirit, born of the virgin Mary, suffered under Pontius Pilate, was crucified, died and was buried. He descended into hell. The third day He rose again from the dead. He ascended into heaven and sits at the right hand of God the Father Almighty. From thence He will come to judge the living and the dead.

I believe in the Holy Spirit, the holy Christian Church, the communion of saints, the forgiveness of sins, the resurrection of the body, and the life everlasting. Amen.

The Lord’s Prayer:

Our Father who art in heaven, hallowed be Thy name, Thy kingdom come, Thy will be done on earth as it is in heaven; give us this day our daily bread; and forgive us our trespasses as we forgive those who trespass against us; and lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from evil. For Thine is the kingdom and the power and the glory forever and ever. Amen.

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