Here are key points from Ellen White's writings on overcoming temptations, with direct references and annotation text for confirmation: 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) - “He will give us grace and strength to overcome, and break the power of the enemy.” (2SG 290.1) 2. Do Not Despair After Failure: - “He may have been overcome again and again, but it need not be always thus... But he need not despair.” (MH 174.6) 3. Trust in God and Use Provided Means: - “With every temptation we have the promise of God that there shall be a way of escape... 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) 4. Resist Steadfastly and Pray: - “When assailed by temptation, steadfastly resist the evil promptings... Cry to the dear Saviour for help to sacrifice every idol and to put away every darling sin.” (SL 90) - “When temptations and trials rush in upon us, let us go to God, and agonize with him in prayer.” (2SG 290.1) 5. No Excuse for 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) 6. Prayer is Essential: - “The temptations to which we are daily exposed make prayer a necessity. Dangers beset every path.” (MH 509.4) 7. Avoid Needlessly Exposing Yourself: - “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) 8. Faith and Prayer Bring Victory: - “By faith and prayer all may meet the requirements of the gospel... Temptation, however strong, is never an excuse for sin... The Lord will hear... and He will help in every time of temptation.” (5T 177.2) Summary: Overcoming temptation involves relying on Christ, persistent prayer, resisting evil, not despairing after failure, using the means God provides, and avoiding unnecessary exposure to temptation. There is always a way of escape, and no one is forced to sin—victory is possible through faith and God’s strength. If you need more specific guidance or examples, let me know! References: - White, E. G. (1890). Christian Temperance and Bible Hygiene (CTBH), p. 147.2, p. 22.2. - White, E. G. (1860). Spiritual Gifts, vol. 2 (2SG), p. 290.1. - White, E. G. (1905). The Ministry of Healing (MH), p. 174.6, p. 509.4. - White, E. G. (1889). Steps to Christ (SL), p. 90. - White, E. G. (1881). Testimonies for the Church, vol. 4 (4T), p. 623.2. - White, E. G. (1892). Gospel Workers (GW92), p. 371. - White, E. G. (1882). Testimonies for the Church, vol. 5 (5T), p. 177.2.