Here are key points from Ellen White's writings on how to overcome temptation, summarized for clarity and ready to be translated into Burmese:
1. Rely on Jesus for Strength: Although you may have failed before, Jesus is your helper. In His strength, you can overcome temptation. (
CTBH 147.2)
2. Resist and Do Not Despair: Even if you have been overcome many times, you do not need to despair. You must resist evil, and God will help you. (
MH 174.6)
3. Trust in God and Use the Means Provided: Temptations can only be overcome with God’s help. Trust in Him and use the means He provides for your safety. (
CTBH 22.2)
4. Pray and Have Faith: When tempted, pray earnestly for help. By faith and prayer, you can meet the requirements of the gospel and resist temptation. (
5T 177.2)
5. Avoid Tempting Situations: Do not place yourself needlessly in situations where you know you are weak. Self-knowledge and avoiding the enemy’s ground will help you resist. (GW92 371)
6. Persevere Even After Failure: If you fall, do not give up. Continue to seek God’s help and try again. (
MH 173.2)
7. Obedience and Surrender: Yield yourself fully to God, and obedience will become easier. (
3T 378.1)
8. Resist the Devil: The Bible says, “Resist the devil, and he will flee from you. Draw nigh to God, and He will draw nigh to you.” (
SJ 48.5)
9. No Excuse for Sin: Temptation is not an excuse for sin. It is your own act to yield, not Satan’s power to force you. (
4T 623.2)
10. Prayer is Essential: Because temptations are everywhere, prayer is necessary every day. (
MH 509.4)
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References:
- Ellen G. White, Counsels on Health (CTBH)
- Ellen G. White, The Ministry of Healing (MH)
- Ellen G. White, Testimonies for the Church, Vol. 5 (5T)
- Ellen G. White, Gospel Workers (GW92)
- Ellen G. White, Testimonies for the Church, Vol. 3 (3T)
- Ellen G. White, The Story of Jesus (SJ)
- Ellen G. White, Testimonies for the Church, Vol. 4 (4T)