Temptation can be defined as an inducement to do evil. Three powerful forces work together to ruin a believer's character and witness: Satan, the world system, and our own lustful "flesh" tendencies.
Charles StanleyIf the church marries herself to the spirit of the times, she will find herself a widow in the next generation.
Charles StanleyWhen we learn from experience, the scars of sin can lead us to restoration and a renewed intimacy with God.
Charles StanleyGod will never direct us to be prideful, arrogant and unforgiving, immoral or slothful or full of fear. We step into these things because we are insensitive to the leadership of the Holy Spirit within us.
Charles Stanley