Overcoming temptation, according to Ellen White's writings, involves several practical and spiritual steps: 1. Rely on Christ's Strength: Trust that Jesus is your helper and, through His strength, you can overcome temptation. Summon your willpower and look to Him for special grace to overcome your unique faults (CTBH 147.2; SL 90). 2. Do Not Despair if You Fall: Even if you have failed repeatedly, you do not need to remain in defeat. There is always hope for change and victory (CTBH 147.2; MH 174.6). 3. Trust in God and Use Provided Means: Overcoming temptation is only possible with God's help. He promises a way of escape with every temptation, but we must use the means He provides for our safety (CTBH 22.2). 4. Resist and Pray: When tempted, resist evil promptings and pray earnestly for help to let go of every idol and sin. God hears the prayers of those who seek His help (SL 90; 5T 177.2). 5. No Excuse for Sin: No matter how strong the temptation, it is never an excuse for sin. Yielding is a personal choice, and God always provides a way out (5T 177.2; 4T 623.2). 6. Avoid Unnecessary Temptation: Do not place yourself in situations where you are likely to be tempted unnecessarily (GW92 371). 7. Persevere and Help Others: Continue to support those who struggle, even if they fall repeatedly. Perseverance is key, both for yourself and for those you help (MH 173.2). 8. Prayer is Essential: Because temptations are a daily reality, prayer is a necessity for spiritual safety (MH 509.4). In summary, Ellen White teaches that overcoming temptation requires reliance on Christ, persistent prayer, active resistance, hope after failure, using God's means of escape, avoiding unnecessary risks, and helping others. There is never an excuse for yielding, as God always provides a way of escape. If you need more specific guidance or examples, feel free to ask! References: - Counsels on Health (CTBH) - Steps to Christ (SL) - The Ministry of Healing (MH) - Testimonies for the Church, Volumes 4 & 5 (4T, 5T) - Gospel Workers (GW92)

Ellen White teaches that God always provides a "way of escape" with every temptation (see 1 Corinthians 10:13; MB 118.2; CTBH 22.2). Here are key points from her writings to help you recognize when God is providing a way out: 1. Trust in God’s Promise: - “With every temptation we have the promise of God that there shall be a way of escape. Why, then, are so many overcome? It is because they do not put their trust in God. They do not avail themselves of the means provided for their safety.” (CTBH 22.2) - “If we do not knowingly place ourselves in the way of temptation, it is our privilege to claim the promise of the inspired word: ‘God is faithful, who will not suffer you to be tempted above that ye are able; but will with the temptation also make a way to escape, that ye may be able to bear it.’” (HS 134.1) 2. Use the Means God Provides: - The “way out” often comes through practical means God has already given—prayer, Scripture, avoiding tempting situations, and seeking help from others. “They do not avail themselves of the means provided for their safety.” (CTBH 22.2) - “Meditation and prayer would keep us from rushing unbidden into the way of danger, and thus we should be saved from many a defeat.” (DA 126.2) 3. Avoid Placing Yourself in Temptation: - “He who understands well his own character... should not expose himself needlessly, and invite temptation by placing himself upon the enemy's ground.” (GW92 371) - If you are not knowingly putting yourself in temptation’s way, you can trust God to provide a way out. 4. The Way Out May Be Resistance and Prayer: - “You must then answer your own prayer as far as possible by resisting temptation, and leave that which you cannot do for yourselves for Jesus to do for you.” (3T 378.1) - “Cry to the dear Saviour for help to sacrifice every idol and to put away every darling sin.” (SL 90) 5. God’s Way Out Is Not Always Dramatic: - Sometimes the “way of escape” is a quiet conviction, a reminder from Scripture, a friend’s counsel, or a sudden opportunity to leave the situation. Summary: You know God is providing a way out when you sense conviction, recall Scripture, have an opportunity to avoid or leave the temptation, or receive help through prayer and support. The key is to trust God’s promise, use the means He provides, and not place yourself needlessly in temptation’s path. References: - Counsels on Health (CTBH 22.2) - Thoughts from the Mount of Blessing (MB 118.2) - The Desire of Ages (DA 126.2) - Gospel Workers (GW92 371) - Testimonies for the Church, Vol. 3 (3T 378.1) - Steps to Christ (SL 90) - Historical Sketches (HS 134.1)