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| − | '''Temptation''' is "when we are drawn to something or someone and we have a desire to do something (usually something evil or [[sin]]ful) because we think that there is a prospect of pleasure or advantage in finally obtaining the thing we want."<ref> [http://www.jesusisthelight.net/TEMPTATION-1.htm Overcoming temptation and lust]</ref> As far as prevailing over temptation, the Bible teaches that one of the gifts of the [[Holy Spirit]] is [[self-control]] ([[ | + | '''Temptation''' is "when we are drawn to something or someone and we have a desire to do something (usually something evil or [[sin]]ful) because we think that there is a prospect of pleasure or advantage in finally obtaining the thing we want."<ref> [http://www.jesusisthelight.net/TEMPTATION-1.htm Overcoming temptation and lust]</ref> As far as prevailing over temptation, the Bible teaches that one of the gifts of the [[Holy Spirit]] is [[self-control]] ([[Galatians]] 5: 23). |
Advertisers often tempt consumers to buy unnecessary or useless goods and services. | Advertisers often tempt consumers to buy unnecessary or useless goods and services. | ||
Revision as of 15:15, November 3, 2011
Temptation is "when we are drawn to something or someone and we have a desire to do something (usually something evil or sinful) because we think that there is a prospect of pleasure or advantage in finally obtaining the thing we want."[1] As far as prevailing over temptation, the Bible teaches that one of the gifts of the Holy Spirit is self-control (Galatians 5: 23).
Advertisers often tempt consumers to buy unnecessary or useless goods and services.
Notes
See also
- Temptation Island - TV show