Temptation or Testing? The Difference
What is a test? In Exodus, the Israelites was tested by God many times, but they also failed the test many times causing their delay to the promised land. I look back to Exodus and think if the Israelites would have listened to God or remembered what they were being taught or not complained against Him… the ending might have turned out differently for them. Every time they failed the test, they had consequences to face. Like on an actual paper test, wrong answers don't get a good grade, but right answers get you the grade you were probably hoping for. When God tests us, it is like making a choice. His way or the wrong way… So, to sum up, the meaning of a test, The chance to do things your way or show obedience to his word. Why does God test us? Before I start this section, I would like to note that God causes everything to work together for the good of those who love Him. Now, as humans, we see the chance to do things our way or show obedience to His word as a test, but it’s just