Triumphant Over Temptation: Shielding Your Soul from The Devil

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Dear Lord,

This morning I woke up with a spark in my soul. It wasn’t just coffee or sunshine—no, it was something deeper. It was You. I felt Your whisper in the quiet: “Daughter, you are not fighting for victory; you are fighting from victory.” That truth struck my spirit like a bell. Loud, clear, and unshakeable.

But even with that promise, I know the battle still rages. Not a battle we can see with our eyes, but a spiritual war over our minds, our choices, our holiness. And the enemy—Satan—is subtle. He doesn’t come waving red flags. He slithers in like a suggestion, a craving, a “just this once.” He’s got tricks, but God, You’ve got truth.

Today, I want to talk about temptation—not in theory, but in reality. This isn’t just about resisting chocolate or scrolling too long. I’m talking about the kind of temptation that tries to snatch your soul little by little. The kind that chips away at your calling and numbs your convictions. And I’m writing this not to condemn, but to confront with compassion, because it’s real and it’s relentless.

What Are the Temptations of the Devil, Really?

Let’s not sugarcoat it: The devil studies us. He watches for weak spots. But he’s not original—he’s been recycling the same three temptations since Eden.

1 John 2:16 lays it out:

“For all that is in the world—the lust of the flesh, the lust of the eyes, and the pride of life—is not of the Father but is of the world.”

Let’s unpack that gently but clearly:

  • Lust of the Flesh: These are desires that target our physical urges—sexual temptation, laziness, gluttony, addiction. Things that feel good but leave us empty.
  • Lust of the Eyes: This one’s crafty. It’s what we see and start to crave—bigger homes, perfect bodies, relationships we weren’t meant to have. It’s envy dressed as ambition.
  • Pride of Life: Maybe the most dangerous of all. It’s that inner voice that says, “I’ve got this. I don’t need God’s input.” That pride, beloved, is spiritual poison.

If we don’t name these for what they are, we won’t recognize when they knock.

How Do We Overcome Temptation?

Now here’s where we rise—not in our strength, but in His. The devil may be loud, but God is louder. And He didn’t leave us defenseless.

1. Know the Strategy of the Enemy

Ignorance is not holiness. We are called to be alert. 2 Corinthians 2:11 says:

“…so that Satan will not outsmart us. For we are familiar with his evil schemes.”

Satan thrives when we underestimate him. So learn his patterns. Don’t fear him—expose him. And do it by immersing yourself in the Word. Scripture isn’t a trophy. It’s a weapon.

2. Keep Your Eyes on Jesus

Peter only sank when he looked at the storm instead of the Savior (Matthew 14:30). We do the same. When we obsess over the temptation, we empower it. But when we fix our eyes on Jesus? That’s when we walk on water.

Hebrews 12:2 reminds us:

“Fixing our eyes on Jesus, the author and perfecter of our faith…”

Look up. Not around.

3. Pray Like It’s Life or Death

Because honestly—it is. Temptation doesn’t knock politely; it barges in. Jesus said in Matthew 26:41:

“Watch and pray so that you will not fall into temptation. The spirit is willing, but the flesh is weak.”

Prayer isn’t last resort. It’s first response. Don’t wait until you’re drowning—start praying before your feet even touch the water.

A Prayer for the Tempted Heart

Heavenly Father,
I come before You with humility, knowing that my flesh is weak but Your Spirit is mighty within me. Strengthen me when temptation whispers. Remind me that sin never satisfies and that holiness is worth the fight. I submit my desires to You, Lord—make them holy. Fill the spaces where sin used to knock with Your peace, Your power, and Your presence.
In Jesus’ name, Amen.

What to Do In the Moment of Temptation

Let’s be practical here. When that moment hits—when you’re alone, vulnerable, or discouraged—do this:

  • Pray for help. Cry out. God’s not afraid of your desperation.
  • Resist and flee. James 4:7 says: “Submit yourselves therefore to God. Resist the devil, and he will flee from you.”
  • Turn away—literally. Close the laptop. Exit the room. End the conversation. Temptation grows when we linger.
  • Speak Scripture out loud. Jesus did it. We should too. (Matthew 4:1–11)

Replace the Thought—Immediately

2 Corinthians 10:5 says:

“We take captive every thought to make it obedient to Christ.”

Don’t entertain sinful thoughts. Don’t replay them like a movie trailer. Replace them with God’s truth.

  • Temptation: “Nobody will know.”
    Truth: “The eyes of the Lord are everywhere.” (Proverbs 15:3)
  • Temptation: “Just one more time.”
    Truth: “Make no provision for the flesh.” (Romans 13:14)

Live Holy—On Purpose

We are not just called to avoid sin. We’re called to pursue righteousness. That means taking proactive steps:

  • Avoid triggers. Don’t go where sin is easy.
  • Armor up daily. Ephesians 6:11 reminds us: “Put on the full armor of God, so that you can take your stand against the devil’s schemes.”
  • Choose godly community. You weren’t meant to fight alone.
  • Stay humble. Don’t flirt with pride. It will take you down fast.

Final Thoughts: Grace and Grit

Sister, brother—temptation is real. But so is our victory. And hear me clearly: Temptation is not sin. Jesus was tempted. Giving in is the sin. And if you’ve slipped—there’s grace. God’s mercy isn’t fragile. He doesn’t cancel His children when they fall. He lifts us. He restores. He loves.

But let us not use grace as a crutch to keep sinning. Let’s use it as a weapon to rise higher. The devil wants you distracted, discouraged, and defeated. But Christ already won. So let’s live like it.

Romans 8:37 says:

“No, in all these things we are more than conquerors through Him who loved us.”

Not barely surviving. More than conquerors. That’s who we are.

So today, let’s fight—not with fear, but with faith. Let’s live—not with shame, but with strength. And let’s walk—not in compromise, but in conviction.

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22 year old college student! 100% Christian,! Will ALWAYS be a woman of FAITH. And my friends call me the "The Christian Tech Nerd" because I was hired by a very successful tech company in Silicon Valley, and I turned them down to be close to my family!

31 thoughts on “Triumphant Over Temptation: Shielding Your Soul from The Devil”

  3. An excellent blog, truly spoken. We can be assured that God is greater than the one (Satan) who rules and roams in this fallen world we live in. A Christian cannot be demon possessed because the Holy Spirit indwells us and will not share our spirit with Satan. However, Satan is crafty and observes what tempts us, and is ever working to defeat us by demonic influence. I do take exception to the graphical horns on the woman. Although graphically arresting, and intending to be spiritually metaphorical perhaps, horns on a believer is not theologically accurate. Bless your boldness in speaking truth from the Word and the practical application of Scripture!

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  4. You refuse to do what is right because you do not want to lose your friends and your popularity.  This is common with people whose love for Lords Jesus is frail.  They will serve Lord Jesus as long as thy can serve their Salation therir perssonal invented way.

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  5. Sister, I have maligned you terribly in the past. I was wrong, and I hope that you can forgive me. You will be here long after I’ve departed this world. Please pray for sinners like me, at the hours near the end. I will pray that you reach many people while there’s still time for them to be saved. God bless you.

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  6. What is the use being victorious over temptation if the Holy Spirit does not live in you?

    (1 Corinthians: 6:15) “You know that our bodies are parts of the Body of Christ”    (Gal 2:20) “So that it is no longer I who live, but it is Christ who lives in me”   (1 Corinthians 3 :16) Don’t you know that your body is the temple of the Holy Spirit, who lives in you and who was given to you by God”?   

     (Luke 17:21) No one will say, “Look here it is”! Or, “There it is!” because the Kingdom of God is within you”.              The Heavenly Kingdom is not a place it is a way of being! https://wordpress.com/post/jameswiliamsblog.wordpress.com/1597  

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    1. Wait. Here I had you figured to be a good Christian then I read a very hateful blanket statement about what harm “liberal Democrats” had done. You’re like all the other biased, hateful right wing “Christians” out there: politically driven and intolerant. I am a liberal because I care about people. I don’t want them to starve. I don’t want them to die of preventable diseases. I don’t like human beings being kidnapped and taken to gulags in foreign countries. You’re no Christian. Shame on you, hypocrite! Ask yourself if Jesus would condone what you condone. You leave me be.

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      2. Being a man had nothing to do with what I’ve said. Being a caring human being who falls under your intolerant tag of a “damage causing liberal democrat” is reason enough. I dislike all of us tagging each other and apologize for my assertion that you are not a Christian. The truth is, we two, and many more, are being pulled apart by people who tell us what to think. Who drive us to hate and to harm one another. Why should Christians judge political views over the value of human life? No matter what you believe, you are my neighbor and I love you. Please forgive me.

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      3. I appreciate you for this! I am also sorry for being slightly rude to you in my reply. I have been having a difficult time dealing with my mother’s recent passing, and I think I took it out on you, and that is not very Christian of me, and I hope that you can also forgive me 🙏

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      4. Of course I do. I love you and am very sorry for your loss. I lost both of my children, and I know what loss does to you. It there is anything I can do for you, let me help. Christians may not be perfect, but we do hear the cries of each other’s grief. I’m sorry that this response can’t be any better. You are special.

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      6. I came across this thread of conversation just now. Remember that you are correct about Democrats. Every single Democrat who votes is equally responsible for murdering babies, and every single evil part of the Democrat platform. They voted for it all, so they are all guilty, every single one of them. There are not good and evil democrats. There are only evil Democrats one and all. It is like saying that some demons are better than other demons. Some demons are good demons. But as we know every single demons is evil, and a big liar. And such are the Democrats. So, Nerd I am only a voice that confirms that your inner convictions are correct, and to stand firm in your beliefs. You handle the abortion issue better than anyone. You reveal evil and portray it in easily understandable ways. Stand firm. Keep up the good work. Keep fighting the good fight of faith. I am here to stand by you as a fellow warrior for King Jesus Christ whenever you need me. Let your heart rest in the fact that your inner convictions and beliefs are spot on. Keep up the good work, and remain a powerful warrior for your King Jesus Christ.

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  8. I have to say, “You are woman of faith and you enjoy posting Bible verses and you enjoy talking about your journey with Christ,” so I enjoy seeing your posts on WordPress, so thank you for posting.

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    1. Thank you so much for your kind words! It truly means a lot to know that my posts resonate with you. I’m grateful for the opportunity to share my faith and journey with Christ, and it’s encouraging to hear that it brings something meaningful to others as well. Thank you for reading and for your support—God bless you! 🙏✨

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  9. You have a way to communicate the truth that makes it come alive to me. I greatly admire your gift. Even though I knew the things that you wrote about in this post, I still needed to be reminded of them. You gave them life and power beyond anything i have previously thought, or felt about your subject matter. Thank you for this.

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