Quotes about Resistance

Unbelievers resist truth because it brings to the surface their God-instilled knowledge of right and wrong, which they've buried in order to pursue their ungodly behavior without the annoyance of conscience (Romans 1:18-21).

Be sober, be vigilant; because your adversary the devil walks about like a roaring lion, seeking whom he may devour. Resist him, steadfast in the faith, knowing that the same sufferings are experienced by your brotherhood in the world. (1 Peter 5:8—9)

Put on the whole armor of God, that you may be able to stand against the wiles of the devil. (Eph. 6:11)

I abide where there is a fight against wrong.

if it happens that the soul is attached or inclined to a thing inordinately, that one should move himself, putting forth all his strength, to come to the contrary of what he is wrongly drawn to.

If the devil cannot make us bad, he will make us busy.

How should a Christian act when evil was in power?

Wise people put as much distance between themselves and sexual temptation as possible. They not only get away but also plan their escape route.

For many of us, it's just one thing standing in our way of completely following Jesus.

The current of normalcy will pull you away from God at every opportunity if you let it.

With God's help, I started to not only identify sin but also say no to it.

I like to talk to myself ahead of time so when temptation comes, I've already made up my mind that I have the victory.