We overcome temptations through the word of God by following the example of Christ, who resisted Satan by quoting Scripture, saying, “It is written.” The Bible teaches that only by the word of God can we resist temptation. Here are key points from Ellen White’s writings: - Christ overcame temptation by the word of God. He met every temptation with “It is written,” showing us that the promises and truths of Scripture are our defense (DA 123.4). - We are to hide God’s word in our hearts, as the psalmist says, “Thy word have I hid in mine heart, that I might not sin against Thee” (Psalm 119:11). When tempted, recalling these words helps keep us from sin (MH 181.2; Ed 190.1; CT 121.3). - The word of God, received into the soul, acts as a “mighty barricade against temptation.” Studying and memorizing Scripture fortifies us against the enemy (Ed 190.1; CT 121.3). - When assailed by temptation, we should not look to our own weakness, but to the power of God’s word. All its strength is available to us (DA 123.4; MH 181.2). - Faith in God’s promises enables us to escape the corruption of the world and partake of the divine nature (2 Peter 1:4; 2T 49.2). - Prayer and faith, combined with the word, are essential. We must resist temptation and claim God’s promises, trusting that He will help us in every time of need (5T 177.2). - The more we study and become familiar with the Scriptures, the better fortified we are against Satan’s temptations. The Holy Spirit brings to mind appropriate verses when we are tempted (AY 79.2). In summary: We overcome temptation by studying, memorizing, and claiming the promises of God’s word, using it as our defense just as Christ did, and relying on prayer and faith to access its power. References: - White, E. G. (1898). The Desire of Ages, p. 123.4. - White, E. G. (1905). The Ministry of Healing, p. 181.2. - White, E. G. (1903). Education, p. 190.1. - White, E. G. (1913). Counsels to Teachers, Parents, and Students, p. 121.3. - White, E. G. (1868). Testimonies for the Church, vol. 2, p. 49.2. - White, E. G. (1882). Testimonies for the Church, vol. 5, p. 177.2. - White, E. G. (1952). The Adventist Home, p. 79.2. If you would like the full text of any of these references, let me know!