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  • Jimmy Chapman avatar

    How To Defeat Temptation Series

    Contributed by Jimmy Chapman on Nov 12, 2010
     | 3,911 views

    Expect, detect, and reject temptation

    I. EXPECT TEMPTATION A. Even the godly are tempted. B. Even the guarded are tempted. II. DETECT TEMPTATION A. Recognize the source of temptation B. Realize the force of temptation. III. REJECT TEMPTATION A. To Overcome The Flesh We Need FLIGHT B. To Overcome The ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Understanding Trials And Temptations Series

    Contributed by Anthony Zibolski on Jan 15, 2010
    based on 1 rating
     | 13,657 views

    There is a difference between a trial and a temptation. there is a difference in the way that we approach our trials. God has to be in charge.

    Faith that Works; Understanding trials of Life James 1:1-18 Introduction: We are starting a new series this week called Faith that works. We will be studying the book of James. Possible other lessons; Listening and living the Word of God. Taming you tongue. ...read more

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    Denomination: Nazarene

  • Darin Gary avatar

    Temptation (Its Evidence) Series

    Contributed by Darin Gary on Feb 23, 2010
     | 3,483 views

    Temptation

    Temptation (Its Evidence) There are three fundamental reasons why a careful study of the Biblical evidence of temptation is vital to a Christian’s very existence. I. Temptation is common to everyone; saved and unsaved. Scripture tells us that God cannot be tempted. However, it does not ...read more

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    Denomination: Wesleyan

  • David Wilson avatar

    The Truth About Temptation

    Contributed by David Wilson on Oct 20, 2011
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     | 2,964 views

    Satan, the accuser, and the tempter, is revealed-- the what, when and how he works against the believer.

    GRANT AVENUE BAPTIST CHURCH The Truth About Temptation Text: Matthew 4:1-11 Message From: Pastor David Wilson Date: 10/20/2011 WHAT THE DEVIL WANTS TO DO TO US: There should be no doubt in the mind of the believer about WHAT the devil wants to do to us! The example of the demoniac found in Mark ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Curtis E. Nester avatar

    Lead Us Not Into Temptation Series

    Contributed by Curtis E. Nester on Jun 7, 2016
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     | 5,909 views

    The problem of Temptation and how to deal with it.

    SERIES: The Greatest Prayer Ever Prayed #8 TITLE: Lead Us Not into Temptation TEXT: Matthew 6:9-13a INTRO: We live and walk in Satan's territory, every day. We are beset by temptations on every side and are under constant assault by the Evil One, so we must be always on guard. (1 Peter 5:8 HCSB) ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    How To Resist Temptation

    Contributed by Terry Cavanaugh on Feb 12, 2016
     | 6,821 views

    Jesus' temptation teaches how to handles life temptations.

    Luke 4:1-13 How to Resist Temptation Welcome on this Valentine’s Day. It is ironic that this is also the First Sunday in Lent. Lent is generally that season of the year when people have chosen a favorite treat or some vice to give up for these six weeks. One man said his children ...read more

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    Denomination: United Methodist

  • Troy Borst avatar

    Temptation, Sin, Repeat Series

    Contributed by Troy Borst on Mar 1, 2016
     | 6,696 views

    The pattern of this world is temptation, sin, repeat and has been so ever since the Garden of Eden. Jesus has died for us and has broken that pattern for us and offers us a new pattern for life.

    TEMPTATION, SIN, REPEAT 1 PETER 4:1-6 INTRODUCTION… http://www.imdb.com/title/tt1631867/ There is a Tom Cruise, Emily Blunt, and Bill Paxton PG13 movie that came out in 2014 which was not well received as far as I remember. In fact, the movie won the 2014 “Golden Shmoe” award ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • David Radcliff avatar

    Temptation Of Jesus In The Wilderness

    Contributed by David Radcliff on Mar 25, 2016
     | 7,838 views

    How many us this week were tempted?

    Temptation of Jesus in the Wilderness Luke 4:1-13 How many us this week were tempted? If the truth were known - each one of us experienced some sort of temptation this week. From incidences we may not be aware of, to major struggles that cause us to search our heart and soul. Temptations that ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Lead Us Not Into Temptation

    Contributed by Paul Clemente on Mar 3, 2014
     | 3,821 views

    God does not lead us into temptation!

    Along with the celebration of communion, we will finish today our study of the prayer “lead us not into temptation”. And as I mentioned last week, before we go to the 2nd Letter to the Thessalonians, we will do a study on Noah and the Flood in anticipation to the Hollywood movie of Noah released on ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

  • Christopher Beard avatar

    Lessons In The Temptation Of Christ

    Contributed by Christopher Beard on Mar 4, 2014
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    A study of the temptation of Jesus Christ, and lessons in perseverance that we can apply in our daily Christian walks.

    I’ll admit it. I was this close to titling this article “The Temptation of Jesus, and Why We’re All Wussies”. Luckily, cordiality and meekness won out, and so we have been left with the current title of this piece. Still, the main point stands. In comparison to Christ, we ...read more

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    Denomination: Adventist

  • Howard Strickland avatar

    Seven Temptation Fighters

    Contributed by Howard Strickland on Nov 12, 2012
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     | 3,554 views

    “Temptation comes to everyone!’ When it comes,’ I want to give you 7 things to remember.” “Temptation is the devil looking through the keyhole. Yielding is opening the door and inviting him in.” (Billy Sunday) “Victorious living does not mean freedom fro

    Seven Temptation Fighters James 4:7NKJ A certain boy was severely warned by his dad not to go swimming again, but he disobeyed and came back home all wet. His dad asked him, “why did you disobey me despite my warnings. He answered, ‘I was tempted by the devil. I ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

  • Michael Luke avatar

    Temptations Women Face Series

    Contributed by Michael Luke on Jun 25, 2006
    based on 15 ratings
     | 17,851 views

    Temptations that are common to women

    (based on messages by Mark Jones and Kyle Idleman) SERIES: “FATAL TEMPTATIONS” TEXT: JAMES 1:14-15; JEREMIAH 2:13 TITLE: “TEMPTATIONS WOMEN FACE” INTRODUCTION: A. Today is Mother’s Day 1. A teacher gave her class of second graders a lesson on ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Temptations Children Face Series

    Contributed by Michael Luke on Jun 25, 2006
    based on 14 ratings
     | 31,023 views

    Temptations that are common to children

    (adapted from messages by Mark Jones and Dan Webb) SERIES: “FATAL TEMPTATIONS” TEXT: JAMES 1:14-15; EPHESIANS 6:1-4 TITLE: “TEMPTATIONS THAT CHILDREN FACE” INTRODUCTION: A. Last week I started a new series called “Fatal Temptations” 1. It’s based on ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Ed Vasicek avatar

    The Miseries Of Surrendering To Temptation Series

    Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Aug 10, 2010
    based on 1 rating
     | 3,443 views

    We never get to the point where we do not have to resist temptation – at least while at home on earth in our mortal bodies.

    The Miseries of Surrendering to Temptation (I Corinthians 10:1-13) 1. In the Spring, Marylu and I spent a day at one of our State Parks, McCormick's Creek (my personal favorite). But we could not go into the cave there because of a deadly disease that is annihilating bats. 2. This week, an AP ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

  • David Flowers avatar

    The Great Temptations Of Christ Series

    Contributed by David Flowers on Feb 2, 2011
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     | 5,600 views

    In this message, part 2 in series Episodes, Dave looks closely at Christ's temptations in the desert. As it was for Jesus so it will be for us, so how might these temptations come to us?

    The Great Temptations of Christ Episodes, prt. 2 Wildwind Community Church September 26, 2010 As it was for Jesus... As it was for Jesus...As it was for Jesus... So it will be for you. Jesus is our model. Our path. Our guide. Our example. Traditionally in the church when we have talked ...read more

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    Denomination: Free Methodist