THE SIXTH PETITION.
And lead us not into temptation.
That is,
God indeed tempts no one, but we pray in this petition that He would guard and keep us from the devil, the world, and our own flesh, that we fall not, through their deceit, into unbelief, despair, or other sins; but we pray that although we be thus tempted, we may overcome the temptation, and remain victorious.
310. What do you pray for in this petition?
I pray God not to lead us into temptation.
311. What is meant by temptation?
By temptation is meant opportunities that invite to sin.