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To: HarleyD

Ordinarily, “temptation” means solicitation to that which is evil. Hebrews 4:15-”For we do not have a high priest who is unable to empathize with our weaknesses, but we have one who has been tempted in every way, just as we are—yet he did not sin.” I do not believe that your distinction is either real or biblical. If you have ever been tempted, then you have experienced temptation. If you nave never been tempted, then you are one of a kind. May the Lord bless you.


41 posted on 10/01/2013 7:04:33 AM PDT by James R. Aist
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To: James R. Aist
On very rare occasions I make a statement that is rather profound but is completely lost on me. It isn't surprising that you thought my distinction is in error. Actually, I too wondered if I was off the reservation on this one. This discussion has spurred much thought and research on my part. The confessions are rather quiet on the subject of temptation.

This led me to a wonderful book by John Owen's The Three Treatises on Overcoming Sin and Temptation who explains this far better than I ever will. Of course he takes 464 pages but it is a wonderful work for which I would highly recommend.

Excerpt from the book...

I wish I could excerpt the entire book for it is excellent.
42 posted on 10/01/2013 1:03:33 PM PDT by HarleyD (...one of his disciples, whom Jesus loved.)
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