Praying for a way of escape in a tempting situation.

Praying for a way of escape in a tempting situation is not cowardly--it's smart. And it's scriptural. Not only should you pray for an avenue of escape for yourself, but you should do the same for others around you who might be tempted to sin. Even if you cannot influence those people with your words, you can enter into a partnership with the Lord through your prayers, to provide those folks with a way out.

One thing that really can help you when you’re faced with temptation is the Bible's assurance that you’re not alone in your struggles. "Remember that the temptations that come into your life are no different from what others experience." (1 Corinthians 10:13) Memorize this verse it will be a tremendous comfort to you when you’re tempted to think that you are the only one struggling with sin, or that you are somehow being singled out by Satan and his cronies. "Be careful! Watch out for attacks from the devil, your great enemy. He prowls around like a roaring lion, looking for some victim to devour. Take a firm stand against him, and be strong in your faith. Remember that Christians all over the world are going through the same kind of suffering you are." (1 Peter 5:8-9) Because your brothers and sisters in Christ are undergoing the same trials you are, you can turn to them for prayer support and words of encouragement, and you can offer them the same help in their own times of need.

As long as you are on this earth, and in your fleshly body, you will constantly be subjected to trials and temptations. But God has equipped you for victory, and if you will use His strategies against the enemy, He has promised that you will prevail. Hold tight to this precious promise from the Lord it will encourage your heart."No test or temptation that comes your way is beyond the course of what others have had to face. All you need to remember is that God will never let you down; He'll never let you be pushed past your limit; He'll always be there to help you come through it"! (1 Corinthians 10:13)

Whenever you’re faced with temptation, remind yourself that God has promised to provide you with a way of escape. Ask The Holy Spirit to help you to always look for it, and to take advantage of it, so that you can be the overcomer that you’ve been called to be. And Ask The Holy Spirit to teach you how to pray for those around you, who may need your prayers to help them walk in victory. Thank The Lord, that by His grace, power, and mercy, you shall prevail!