When a person is tempted, they shouldn’t say, “God is tempting me.” God can’t be tempted by evil, and he doesn’t tempt anyone.
Blessed is the person who keeps going when times are difficult. After they’ve made it through these times, they’ll receive the crown of life that the Lord has promised to give to those who love him.
My brothers and sisters, think of it as pure joy when you face all kinds of trouble.
Jesus answered, “It is also written, ‘Don’t test the Lord your God.’ ”
Instead, each person is tempted by their own evil desires, which lead them on and drag them away.