Don't be deceived, my dear brothers and sisters — this sharp warning (mē planaō) calls believers back from the subtle error of blaming God for temptation toward evil, and prevents them from underestimating either temptation's real power or their own potential for rationalization. The apostrophe 'my dear brothers' personalizes the warning, suggesting that even believers, especially those who might pride themselves on wisdom, are vulnerable to this deception.

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