I have hidden your word in my heart
that I might not sin against you. - Psalm 119:11
Dear Heavenly Father,
You have given your word to us as medicine, food and as a weapon. Forgive me for so often thinking I had what I needed within myself to fight temptation on my own. I need you and your word to be my light in the darkness and my power to say "no" when I am tempted. Whenever I read or even commit to memorizing your words, I sense it's power over everything from worry to lust. Thank you for graciously giving us powerful words to hide in our souls to counter the myriad of evil thoughts that plague us every day. And remind me by your Holy Spirit to tap into your word when I am tempted so I don't sin against you or anyone else.
Amen
Pastor Don Patterson
When you pray "lead us not into temptation" do it with the word of God in your heart and be ready to wield it when prompted.
Additional Reading: Psalm 25, Psalm 119, Hebrews 4:12