As a new Christian I was struggling with an addictive habit of going on overeating binges (bulimia).
Then a friend shared how he quit smoking:
One night when he was longing for a cigarette, he picked up his Bible and read 1 Corinthians 10:13:
"The temptations in your life are no different from what others experience. And God is faithful. He will not allow the temptation to be more than you can stand. When you are tempted, he will show you a way out so that you can endure."
For the first time he realized the meaning of this verse. Others had faced the same temptation and they'd quit smoking. With God's help, no temptation could overpower him. God would give him whatever strength he needed.
The choice was his: he could take the "way out" God provides or he could light another cigarette.
That night he quit smoking.
I applied those truths to my addictive habit of binge eating, and I quit as well.
How about you? Is it time you started taking God’s way out?
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Note: Most bulimics binge and purge daily or several times a day (overeat and vomit). My addiction was mild in comparison in that I did this once or twice a month. But it was still an addiction, and 1 Corinthians 10:13 truly set me free! ~ Gail
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What a great verse to remember and memorize. I'm not a smoker but I have a hard time with sweets and carbohydrates. Thank you.
ReplyDeleteYes, Connie, when my friend shared about it helping him overcome smoking, I immediately applied it to some of my "addictions."
DeleteI will share that in another devo.
: )
Me too..............
DeleteI was able to quit smoking one by the grace of God and a specific prayer for his help. . It worked but then I picked up the habit in 2007 and have not been able to break myself of it. I believe this prayer will help me this time thank you!
DeleteGod helping us all..
ReplyDeletepowerful and victorious
DeleteBack it up with this...
Delete2 Corinthians 1:20 New King James Version (NKJV)
For all the promises of God in Him are Yes, and in Him Amen, to the glory of God through us.
New King James Version (NKJV)
I pray for your continued victory over smoking in Jesus Name!
ReplyDeleteThe verse God is showing me at this time if my life is lay aside the sin that so easily besets you.
ReplyDeleteI have been trying to stop masturbation, tried all ways possible any hope
ReplyDeleteYes, Lij, this principle applies to any temptation.
DeletePray and ask God's help in this temptation.
Then remember when you are tempted that God has provided a way out for you. He won't let you be tempted beyond what you are able to stand. So make the choice not to do it.
May God bless you and give you strength.
I Will Start Today Not to Over Eat and To Eat Healthy In The Mighty Name Of YESHUA/JESUS AMEN➕❤➕❤
ReplyDeleteAs previously stated.....
ReplyDeleteThere hath no temptation taken you but such as is common to man: but God is faithful, who will not suffer you to be tempted above that ye are able; but will with the temptation also make a way to escape, that ye may be able to bear it. 1 Corinthians 10:13
For we have not an high priest which cannot be touched with the feeling of our infirmities; but was in all points tempted like as we are, yet without sin. Hebrews 4:15
I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me.
Philippians 4:13
Memorizing scripture and quoting it when temptations arise and remembering that Jesus knows what it's like to be tempted has brought me victory. Jesus told Satan when he tempted him "It is written...." :)
Amen and thank you so much for sharing. God bless
DeleteI certainly have an addiction of overeating especially sweet food.. So having read your post today I am very grateful that you have shown me how to give this up. I am saying the prayer and will trust in Jesus for my healing.. Thank you..
ReplyDeleteWith God all things are possible. Thank you.
ReplyDeleteI am still smoking and struggling to quit. Thank you for this bible text.
ReplyDeleteGod bless you
Dear Suzanne, I pray you will allow God to give you His strength in overcoming your smoking. He is eager to help you!!
DeleteGod bless you,
Gail
Thank you sister
DeleteI need help I can't quit smoking cigarettes I live Guilt everyday I love God and I don't want To choose cigarette Over my God it has affected my spiritual life also
ReplyDeleteDear Salpi,
DeleteYou can do it!
He will give you the strength.
I prayed for you that you will hold tightly to His hand!