Why does Jesus teach us to pray, “Lead us not into temptation”? — R.C. Sproul

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Why does Jesus teach us to pray, “Lead us not into temptation”?

Why does Jesus teach us to pray, “Lead us not into temptation”?

Preacher: R.C. Sproul
Tradition: Presbyterian — PCA
Published: Apr 8, 2024
Length: 4:43

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James 1:13 teaches that God tempts no one to sin. Why does Jesus teach us to pray, “Lead us not into temptation”? From our 2023 National Conference, W. Robert Godfrey, Harry Reeder, and Burk Parsons discuss this petition in the Lord’s Prayer. Find more answers to your biblical theological questions in our Ask Ligonier: Questions Answered playlist: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL30acyfm60fVTsKnDU9CizFZdv2GNwdbJ

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Prayer
Leadership
Temptation
Jesus Christ

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