Strength to Overcome Sin

Tougher Than Temptation

By Eric D. Snider

Church Magazines

The Savior can strengthen you as you seek to avoid sin.

Repentance is a miracle. Jesus Christ made it possible. Heavenly Father is pleased to forgive us when we choose to repent and follow His commandments. While we will all need to repent throughout our lives, how can we resist sin and make better choices?

Here are some tips for gaining strength through Jesus Christ against temptation:

• Read the scriptures daily.

• Pray daily.

• Go to church regularly.

Sometimes we dismiss these as generic, obvious answers. Don’t fall into that trap! These basic, fundamental answers are repeated so often because they are the basic, fundamental answers! They work.

Do these things, and you will draw closer to your Savior.

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Illustrations by Adam Howling

• When a bad thought enters your mind, kick it offstage with a favorite hymn or uplifting song.

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• Memorize a few comforting scriptures, and have them ready for the same purpose.

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• Look for chances to serve others.

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• Be conscientious about fulfilling your Church assignments.

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• Be a peacemaker, especially at home.

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• Keep the Sabbath day holy.