8 Bible Verses About Temptation
No temptation has taken you except what is common to man - and God always provides a way of escape (1 Corinthians 10:13). These verses strip temptation of its two great lies: that you are the only one, and that you had no choice.
The testing that has gripped you is only what all people face. But God is faithful, and he will not allow the testing to go past your strength. Along with the testing he will also make the way out, so that you are able to hold up under it.
No one who is tempted should say, “God is tempting me.” For God is beyond the reach of evil’s temptation, and he never tempts anyone. Rather, each person is tempted by their own desire, which draws them out and lures them like bait.
For the high priest we have is not one who cannot share the feeling of our weaknesses; he has been put to the test in every way, as we are, but without sinning.
Stay alert and pray that you will not come into testing. The spirit is eager, but human nature is weak.”
So place yourselves under God. Stand against the devil, and he will run from you.
Blessed is anyone who endures through trial. When they have been proved genuine, they will receive the crown of life that God has promised to those who love him.
Deep in my heart I have kept your word safe, so that I will not sin against you.
So anyone who feels sure of standing should watch out, or they may fall.
Common questions
What does the Bible say about temptation?
“God is faithful, and He will not allow the testing to go past your strength. Along with the testing He will also make the way out” (1 Corinthians 10:13). Temptation itself is not sin; Jesus was tempted yet without sin (Hebrews 4:15).
Which Bible verses help with temptation?
1 Corinthians 10:13, James 1:12–14, Matthew 26:41, and Hebrews 4:15–16 are commonly memorized. They promise both a way out and a sympathetic Savior.
How can I resist temptation?
Jesus resisted with memorized Scripture — “Scripture says” (Matthew 4:4). Watch and pray (Matthew 26:41), look for God’s promised way out (1 Corinthians 10:13), and draw near to the throne of grace for help (Hebrews 4:16).