Here are key principles from Ellen White's writings on how to overcome temptation: 1. Rely on Christ’s Strength: “Jesus is your helper. In his strength you can overcome the beguiling power of appetite. Summon will-power to your aid.” (CTBH 147.2) 2. Resist Steadfastly: “When assailed by temptation, steadfastly resist the evil promptings; say to your soul, ‘How can I dishonor my Redeemer? I have given myself to Christ; I cannot do the works of Satan.’ Cry to the dear Saviour for help to sacrifice every idol and to put away every darling sin.” (SL 90) 3. Trust in God’s Promises: “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.” (CTBH 22.2) 4. Do Not Despair: “He may have been overcome again and again, but it need not be always thus... But he need not despair.” (MH 174.6) 5. Use Faith and Prayer: “By faith and prayer all may meet the requirements of the gospel... Cry unto the Lord, tempted soul. Cast yourself, helpless, unworthy, upon Jesus, and claim His very promise. The Lord will hear.” (5T 177.2) 6. Avoid Tempting Situations: “Avoid running into temptation. When temptations surround you, and you cannot control the circumstances which expose you to them, then you may claim the promise of God.” (3T 45.2) 7. Persevere in Prayer: “When temptations and trials rush in upon us, let us go to God, and agonize with him in prayer. He will give us grace and strength to overcome, and break the power of the enemy.” (2SG 290.1) 8. Remember, No One Can Force You to Sin: “It is Satan's act to tempt you, but your own act to yield. It is not in the power of all the host of Satan to force the tempted to transgress. There is no excuse for sin.” (4T 623.2) 9. Hold Fast and Help Others: “You must hold fast to those whom you are trying to help, else victory will never be yours. They will be continually tempted to evil. Again and again they will be almost overcome... but do not, because of this, cease your efforts.” (MH 173.2) In summary: Overcoming temptation involves relying on Christ, resisting firmly, praying earnestly, trusting God’s promises, avoiding tempting situations, and persevering even after failures. No one is forced to sin; victory is possible through faith and the power of God. References: - White, E. G. (1890). Christian Temperance and Bible Hygiene (CTBH), p. 22, 147. - White, E. G. (1892). Steps to Christ (SL), p. 90. - White, E. G. (1905). The Ministry of Healing (MH), p. 173, 174. - White, E. G. (1882). Testimonies for the Church, Vol. 5 (5T), p. 177. - White, E. G. (1875). Testimonies for the Church, Vol. 3 (3T), p. 45. - White, E. G. (1860). Spiritual Gifts, Vol. 2 (2SG), p. 290. - White, E. G. (1881). Testimonies for the Church, Vol. 4 (4T), p. 623.