David O. McKay

Now, nearly every temptation that comes to you and me comes in one of those forms. Temptation often comes in the same quiet way.

Gospel Library > Magazines > Ensign > August 2009

David O. McKay

But the Savior answered him in terms of scripture, “It is also written, thou shalt not tempt the Lord thy God.” What was the third temptation? Withstanding Temptation Temptation often comes in the same quiet way.

Gospel Library > Magazines > New Era > August 2007

Thomas S. Monson

Withstand Temptation The Prophet Joseph Smith faced temptation. Be alert; do not permit temptation to rob you of this blessing.

Gospel Library > Magazines > New Era > September 2005

Ronald A. Rasband

President Gordon B. Hinckley has written: “You face tremendous temptation. You must take the long look ahead rather than succumbing to the present seductive temptation.” 1 I would add two other scriptural admonitions to the lesson we learn from Joseph’s experience in guarding against temptation and sin.

Gospel Library > Magazines > Ensign > March 2006

Boyd K. Packer

But we do understand temptation, each of us, from personal experience. Temptation of some kind goes with the territory.

Gospel Library > Magazines > Ensign > November 1990

Rulon G. Craven

We should expect temptation, for without temptations there would be little education and little character improvement. Our greatest example of overcoming temptation is the Savior: “He suffered temptations but gave no heed unto them” (D&C 20:22).

Gospel Library > Magazines > Ensign > May 1996

How Can We Prepare Ourselves to Resist Temptation? What Can We Do When We Succumb to Temptation?

Gospel Library > Magazines > Liahona > July 2003

How Can We Prepare Ourselves to Resist Temptation? What Can We Do When We Succumb to Temptation?

Gospel Library > Magazines > Ensign > July 2003

Gordon B. Hinckley

Temptation, with all its titillating influences, is about us everywhere. His earthly ministry was preceded by the clever temptations of the adversary.

Gospel Library > Magazines > Ensign > May 2000

Keith B. McMullin

Keith B. McMullin Liahona July 2001 To those who yearn for spiritual truth, some things become self-evident. I bear my witness of these things. God is in His heavens. We mortals are His spirit offspring. Jesus is our Redeemer. Joseph Smith was

Gospel Library > Magazines > Liahona > July 2001

Neal A. Maxwell

Neal A. Maxwell New Era March 2003 My attempt will be to deal somewhat differently with the basic cluster of standards associated with chastity before marriage and fidelity after—all of which are a part of the stern but sweet seventh commandment,

Gospel Library > Magazines > New Era > March 2003

Neal A. Maxwell

Neal A. Maxwell Liahona March 2003 My attempt will be to deal somewhat differently with the basic cluster of standards associated with chastity before marriage and fidelity after—all of which are a part of the stern but sweet seventh commandment,

Gospel Library > Magazines > Liahona > March 2003

Darrin Lythgoe

Darrin Lythgoe New Era September 2000 Standing up to temptation is a never-ending battle, but that’s no excuse to throw in the towel. Like our bodies, our spirits need daily nourishment to stay fit and ready to fight off temptation.

Gospel Library > Magazines > New Era > September 2000

New Era January 1981 How much do you know about temptation? If we rely on the Lord, he can show us the way to overcome temptation. 3L, 2L 3L, 2S 2 Pet. 2:9 7.

Gospel Library > Magazines > New Era > January 1981

New Era March 1971 How much do you know about temptation? If we rely on the Lord, he can show us the way to overcome temptation. 3L, 2L 3L, 2S 2 Pet. 2:9 7.

Gospel Library > Magazines > New Era > March 1971

New Era January 2007 A sure way to overcome temptation is to avoid it in the first place. Besides avoiding temptation, you can take some steps to be safe: • Choose entertainment—movies, TV, games, music, and so on—that meets the standards given in For the Strength of Youth.

Gospel Library > Magazines > New Era > January 2007

If we are prayerful and obedient, Heavenly Father will help us withstand temptation. Never hesitate in your decisions to withstand temptation.

Gospel Library > Magazines > New Era > October 2008

Adam C. Olson

Living with Temptation Breaking the Word of Wisdom is a common temptation in Tokyo, according to a group of young members from different stakes who have gotten together to talk about the challenges they face. Several of the youth were faced with the temptation of tobacco as soon as they were teenagers.

Gospel Library > Magazines > New Era > September 2006

Adam C. Olson

Living with Temptation Breaking the Word of Wisdom is a common temptation in Tokyo, according to a group of young members from different stakes who have gotten together to talk about the challenges they face. Several of the youth were faced with the temptation of tobacco as soon as they were teenagers.

Gospel Library > Magazines > Liahona > September 2006

Darrin Lythgoe

Following are ideas you can use to make resisting temptation easier, no matter where you are or who you’re with. Like our bodies, our spirits need daily nourishment to stay fit and ready to fight off temptation.

Gospel Library > Magazines > Liahona > November 2001