check these passages; Spirit of Prophecy References on Overcoming Temptation Christ’s Temptation in the Wilderness “Christ in the wilderness of temptation stood in Adam’s place to bear the test he failed to endure. Here Christ overcame in behalf of man, enduring the test Adam failed to endure.” (The Desire of Ages, p. 117) Resist Temptation / Power to Resist “We can overcome. Yes; fully, entirely. Jesus died to make a way of escape for us, that we might overcome every evil temper, every sin, every temptation, and sit down at last with Him.” (Testimonies for the Church, vol. 1, p. 144) Victory Over Sin / Divine Power “Through the right exercise of the will, an entire change may be made in the life. By yielding up the will to Christ, we ally ourselves with divine power. We receive strength from above to hold us steadfast.” (Steps to Christ, p. 47) Watchfulness, Prayer, Faith, Obedience “Watch and pray, lest ye enter into temptation. Prayer and faith will enable you to resist temptation. Obedience to God’s Word is the sure safeguard.” (Messages to Young People, p. 105) Self-Denial, Appetite, Self-Control “The controlling power of appetite will prove the ruin of thousands, when, if they had overcome on this point, they would have had moral power to gain the victory over every other temptation of Satan.” (Counsels on Diet and Foods, p. 59) Conflict, Trial, Endurance, Conqueror “The Christian life is a battle and a march. In this warfare there is no release. Effort, self-denial, and discipline are required. The struggle is lifelong, but victory is sure through faith in Christ.” (The Ministry of Healing, p. 453) Character Perfection / Grace / Strength “Through the grace of Christ we may be strengthened to resist temptation and to perfect a character in righteousness. This is the work of a lifetime, but it is possible through divine help.” (Christ’s Object Lessons, p. 69)