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Bible Verses About Temptation
For resisting temptation: Jesus tempted in the wilderness, Joseph who ran, the way of escape, watching and praying, and help from others.
Editorial text in English. Scripture is quoted from the version you choose; references stay the same in every version.
Introduction
Jesus himself was tempted, and Hebrews says he understands our weakness. Paul writes that no temptation is unique and that God provides a way of escape. Matthew 4:1Hebrews 4:151 Corinthians 10:13
The passages give practical wisdom: answer with God’s word, run when necessary, watch and pray, and do not struggle alone.
Passages to read
What each passage addresses in its own setting, and why it is relevant here. Read the surrounding verses too.
Matthew 4:1–11 Narrative example
What it addresses: Jesus fasts forty days in the wilderness and is tempted by the devil.
Why it is relevant: He answers each temptation with Scripture.
Genesis 39:6–12 Narrative example
What it addresses: Potiphar’s wife repeatedly tries to seduce Joseph.
Why it is relevant: Joseph refuses, avoids her, and finally runs, leaving his garment behind.
1 Corinthians 10:12–13 Central teaching
What it addresses: Paul warns the Corinthians using Israel’s history.
Why it is relevant: God is faithful; with the temptation he will provide the way of escape.
Hebrews 4:15–16 Central teaching
What it addresses: Hebrews on Jesus as high priest.
Why it is relevant: He was tempted in every way, yet without sin; come boldly for mercy and help.
James 1:13–15 Central teaching
What it addresses: James on where temptation comes from.
Why it is relevant: God tempts no one; desire, when it conceives, gives birth to sin.
Matthew 26:41 Central teaching
What it addresses: Jesus in Gethsemane finds the disciples asleep.
Why it is relevant: “Watch and pray, that you don’t enter into temptation.”
Galatians 6:1–2 Supporting passage
What it addresses: Paul on restoring someone caught in sin.
Why it is relevant: Restore gently, and bear one another’s burdens.
Stories to read
Biblical narratives that involve the same experience. They describe what happened to particular people; they are not promises about every situation.
- Joseph and His Brothers
Joseph resists temptation in Potiphar’s house. Genesis 39:9–12
People in Scripture who faced this
- Joseph
Joseph runs from temptation. Genesis 39:12
- Jesus
Jesus is tempted in the wilderness. Matthew 4:1
Connected themes
- Repentance
Turning away from sin. James 4:7–8
Questions for reflection
Optional. Written by BibleKenya editors; they are not Scripture. Your answers are not collected.
- How does Jesus answer each temptation in Matthew 4:1-11?
- What does Joseph do besides saying no (Genesis 39:10-12)?
- What does 1 Corinthians 10:13 promise, and what does it not promise?
- Who could help you carry this (Galatians 6:2)?
A short reading plan
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Related situations
- Guilt and Regret
If you have given in. 1 John 1:9
Study guides
- Understanding the Lord’s Prayer
“Bring us not into temptation.” Matthew 6:13
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