Thematic Bible: Resisted, example of
Thematic Bible
Temptation » Resisted, example of » Abraham, by refusing a reward for service rendered
I will take nothing. Not a thread or a sandal strap. You will not be able to say: 'I have made Abram rich.'
The prophet answered: Even if you gave me half of your wealth, I would not go with you or eat or drink anything with you.
Temptation » Resisted, example of » The rechabites and daniel, by refusing wine
Daniel determined in his heart that he would not defile himself with the king's special food and wine. He requested permission from the officer in charge that he might not defile himself.
I set out some large bowls full of wine together with some cups. Then I said to the Rechabites: Have some wine! But they answered: No! The ancestor of our clan, Jonadab son of Rechab, made a rule that we must obey. He said: 'Do not ever drink wine
Temptation » Resisted, example of » Christ, by refusing worldly honour
Jesus knew that they were about to take him by force and make him king. So he withdrew again to the mountain by himself.
He led him up to a high place and showed him all the kingdoms of the world in a moment of time. Then the devil said: I will give all this authority and glory to you, for it has been turned over to me. I may give it to whomever I will. If you will worship me it will all be yours. read more.
Jesus answered: It is written, you shall worship Jehovah your God and him only shall you serve. (Deuteronomy 6:13-15; 10:12; 10:20) (Exodus 20:3-5)
Jesus answered: It is written, you shall worship Jehovah your God and him only shall you serve. (Deuteronomy 6:13-15; 10:12; 10:20) (Exodus 20:3-5)
Temptation » Resisted, example of » Elisha, by reusing payment for healing
Elisha the prophet answered: By the living God Jehovah whom I serve, I swear that I will not accept a gift. Naaman insisted that he accept it, but he would not.
Temptation » Resisted, example of » Job, by rejecting evil counsel
His wife asked him: Are you still holding on to your principles? Curse God and die! He said to her: You are talking like a godless fool. We accept the good that God gives us. Should we not also accept the bad? Through all this Job did not speak sinful words.
Temptation » Resisted, example of » Peter, by refusing a bribe
Peter said to him: Your money will perish with you, because you think that the gift of God may be purchased with money.