Everyone faces temptation at one time or another. Not everyone is tempted by the same things, but we all have the same pull to do things that offend God, hurt us, and hurt others. If you feel a tinge of guilt right now, don’t worry—temptation by itself isn’t a sin. It’s giving into temptation that becomes sin. But praise Jesus that He has given all His followers the power to overcome temptation.
Here are 8 Scripture-based prayers to help you walk through and overcome your own temptations.
“Be still, and know that I am God! I will be honored by every nation. I will be honored throughout the world.” – Psalm 46:10 NLT
Father, sometimes life feels like it’s spiraling out of control, and I give in to anxiety and fear. Help me remember that You reign over the world, and my life’s circumstances, in wisdom and love. Help me to rest in You. In Jesus’ name, amen.
God blesses those who patiently endure testing and temptation. Afterward they will receive the crown of life that God has promised to those who love Him. – James 1:12 NLT
Lord, when my trials go on and on, it gets hard to stand my ground in faith. Thank You for Your hope that steadies my heart, and Your promises that are firm ground to stand on. In Jesus’ name, amen.
Therefore, put on every piece of God’s armor so you will be able to resist the enemy in the time of evil. Then after the battle you will still be standing firm. – Ephesians 6:13 NLT
Lord Jesus, sometimes the enemy attacks and it knocks my feet right out from under me, and I fall in fear. Thank You for Your armor so I can stand firm with my eyes on You. Don’t let the enemy draw my eyes off You, my Rock and place of safety. In Your Son’s name, amen.
Guard your heart above all else, for it determines the course of your life. – Proverbs 4:23 NLT
Father, I long for a heart that is sold out to You. I know that only then will my heart be strengthened against temptation, and tuned in to Your Kingdom purposes and priorities for my life. In Jesus’ name, amen.
For you know that when your faith is tested, your endurance has a chance to grow. – James 1:3 NLT
Jesus, You know all about tested faith. Because You stayed the course and followed Your Father’s will all the way to the cross, I have salvation in You. Help me to persevere like You did so I can finish the work God has entrusted to me. In Jesus’ name, amen.
When the devil had finished tempting Jesus, he left Him until the next opportunity came. – Luke 4:13 NLT
Father, thank You for the power of Your Word and Spirit to equip me to resist temptation. When the enemy comes sneaking around, help me to see his traps before I step into them. In Jesus’ name, amen.
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. – 1 Corinthians 10:13 NLT
Father, I know that others face the same temptations that I face. That means I am not alone in my struggle. Give me the courage to share my struggle with my fellow believers so I can have victory in my life today. In Jesus’ name, amen.
So humble yourselves before God. Resist the devil, and he will flee from you. – James 4:7 NLT
Lord Jesus, You have overcome every enemy I will ever face. You defeated the devil when You died on the cross and rose from the dead. Thank You that I don’t have to take him on! I know that when I submit to You in obedience and say no to temptation, I can defeat his power in my life. In Jesus’ name, amen.
