Watch and Pray

Scripture

Matthew 26:41 (NIV)

"Watch and pray so that you will not fall into temptation. The spirit is willing, but the body is weak."


Observation

Jesus reminded his disciples to be alert & pray always. Our Lord does not direct them to pray that no temptation might befall them, but that they might not overcome by the temptation


Application

1 Thessalonians 5:17 (New King James Version)
pray without ceasing,


Ephesians 6:18 (New International Version)
And pray in the Spirit on all occasions with all kinds of prayers and requests. With this in mind, be alert and always keep on praying for all the saints.


1 Peter 5:8 (English Standard Version)
Be sober-minded; be watchful. Your adversary the devil prowls around like a roaring lion, seeking someone to devour.

We are facing temptation as long as we still live in this flesh. However, watchfulness & prayerness is the key to overcome temptation.


Response

Lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from the evil one, for Yours is the Kingdom and the glory and the power forever and ever. Amen