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Devil Quote by Billy Sunday

“Temptation is the devil looking through the keyhole. Yielding is opening the door and inviting him in.” quote by Billy Sunday
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“Temptation is the devil looking through the keyhole. Yielding is opening the door and inviting him in.”

Billy Sunday

About This Quote

Source Sermon: Evangelical preaching, early 20th century

Temptation is portrayed as a persistent, intrusive force that can be invited in by surrendering to it.

In simple terms: Giving in lets temptation enter.

Key Takeaway

Resist temptation early.

Themes

temptual selfcontrol spiritualwarfare

Mood

cautious reflective

Type

moral spiritual

When to use this quote

  • personal decisions
  • relationship choices
  • spiritual vigilance

Key Concepts

Christianethics humanpsychology

Questions to Reflect On

  • How do you recognize early signs of temptation?
  • What safeguards can you set?
A Different Perspective

Temptation can also motivate growth if faced.

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