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  • Steven Buhr avatar

    Temptations Series

    Contributed by Steven Buhr on Jan 25, 2008
    based on 4 ratings
     | 9,535 views

    Jesus was tempted in three areas, as we are – Lust of the flesh (our body), lust of the eyes (our mind), pride of life (our soul). (1 John 2:16). He faced up to these temptations by knowing the scriptures. If we know our Bible, we can face up to the tempt

    January 14, 2007 Facing Temptation – Matthew 4:1-11 Introduction: Temptations. We all have them. We’d like to have that big, beautiful house, that fancy car, the high-paying career, the winning lottery ticket. Those are big temptations. But on a daily basis, we’re faced with things that tempt us ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Temptation

    Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Feb 24, 2020
    based on 1 rating
     | 6,410 views

    Life is filled with trials and temptations. Sometimes we fail. Jesus was also faced with great tests, but he succeeded. Let’s learn how Jesus battled temptations and won. Let’s look at the testing of Christ in Matthew 4:1-11.

    Life is filled with trials and temptations. Sometimes we fail. Jesus was also faced with great tests, but he succeeded. Let’s learn how Jesus battled temptations and won. Let’s look at the testing of Christ in Matthew 4:1-11. Led by the Spirit Matthew 4:1-2 1 Then Jesus was led by the Spirit into ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    Temptation

    Contributed by Gaither Bailey on Feb 26, 2020
     | 2,752 views

    Temptation is the bridge that leads to sin should be choose to cross it.

    Temptation Matthew 4: 1 - 11 Intro: Drew Anderson from Tucson, Arizona wrote of his experience in Reader’s Digest. He was shopping in a mall with his wife when a shapely young woman in a very short, form fitting dress walked by. He said as she walked by his gaze followed her. Without looking ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    Temptation

    Contributed by Clay Ledford on Aug 24, 2018
     | 8,771 views

    We all face temptations. We need to know how to deal with them and Jesus shows ys.

    Temptations. Luke 4:1 – 13. Temptation + Opportunity = Trouble. Example: Krispy Kreme’s Hot and Now sign. I love Krispy Kreme Donuts. My town doesn’t have one but a neighboring one does. When I want a donut I have the temptation, but if I am at home I do not have the opportunity. When I go to ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Temptation Series

    Contributed by D Marion Clark on Oct 3, 2012
     | 6,073 views

    How temptation comes and how to withstand it.

    Introduction Have you ever been in this situation? Parents do this a lot; teachers, coaches also revert to it. Someone wants to tell you a story. As you are listening, you start to grow uncomfortable as you realize there is a moral to the story which is about to be applied to you. Paul is ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    Temptation

    Contributed by Darrin Fish on May 7, 2014
    based on 1 rating
     | 7,725 views

    Learning how to deal with tempation

    Why does it seem like everything in life is better than what we have? • Webster’s Dictionary tells us that temptation is “the act of enticement to do wrong by the promise of pleasure or gain.” • Isn’t that just like the Devil, getting us to do something wrong ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Church

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    Temptation

    Contributed by Gaither Bailey on Mar 21, 2019
     | 3,916 views

    What is a correct, Biblical reaction to temptation?

    Tempted Luke 4: 1 – 13 Intro: A young newly-wed was sitting at his desk paying bills when he came to the credit card statement. As he scanned through the charges he noticed a charge of $250 from a department store. He called for his wife to join him. He asked her, “How could you spend $250 at ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    Temptation Series

    Contributed by Brad Beaman on Apr 5, 2023
     | 1,867 views

    Jesus’ temptation and His victory over temptation are practical for us because we are so often ourselves tempted. Jesus is victorious over temptation. We have a savior who can identify with our temptations.

    You will be tempted. You can be sure of that. It is helpful for us to look at how Jesus was tempted and how Jesus responded to his temptation in the wilderness. This will help us in developing our strategy of resisting our own temptation. It doesn’t get much more practical than how to respond to ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Temptation Youth Sermon

    Contributed by Youth Sermons on Oct 3, 2023
    based on 4 ratings
     | 717 views

    We all face temptation, but through understanding our identity in Christ, trusting in God's provision, exercising wisdom, and using scripture, we can overcome it.

    Imagine you're playing a video game. You're on a mission, but there are obstacles and enemies trying to stop you. That's kind of like life, right? We're on a mission to live for God, but there's this thing called temptation that tries to trip us up. Let's see how Jesus beat temptation and how we ...read more

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    Temptation Series

    Contributed by John Oscar on Aug 29, 2022
     | 2,366 views

    This message is from the Sermon Central Series, "From the Ashes" and is heavily edited for use in our church.

    Temptation From the Ashes Series Week 1 – Temptation Scripture: Matthew 4:1-11, James 4:7-10, 1 Corinthians 10:13, 1 Timothy 6:9, Hebrews 2:18 and 4:12, James 1:2-3 Opening idea- chocolate on the seats Introduction Today we begin a 6-week sermon series called From the Ashes. It’s going to be ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Temptation PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Jan 15, 2024
    based on 3 ratings
     | 338 views

    This sermon explores the universal experience of temptation, emphasizing its role in testing faith and refining character, and the power of God's Word to overcome it.

    Good morning, we gather here today, nestled in the warm embrace of fellowship and faith, to engage with a topic that touches us all – temptation. This is not a subject reserved for the few or the fallen; it is a universal experience, an inevitable encounter on the road of life. Yet, it is not a ...read more

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    Temptation PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Jan 23, 2024
    based on 3 ratings
     | 328 views

    This sermon emphasizes the importance of living by the Bible, resisting temptation, and maintaining hope, humility, and faith in our Christian journey.

    Welcome, beloved, to this gathering of hearts and minds united in faith and the love of our Lord Jesus Christ. We find ourselves here, not by mere chance or circumstance, but by the divine orchestration of our Heavenly Father who has a word for each of us today. A word that is as timeless as it is ...read more

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    How To Handle Temptation Series

    Contributed by David Owens on Jun 29, 2021
     | 6,341 views

    James moves from how to handle trials to how to handle temptations. Even though temptation is inevitable and giving into temptation is inexcusable, we can learn that temptation is predictable and conquerable.

    Introduction: A. Once there was a little boy who always went next door to play alone in the neighbor’s yard even though his mom had warned him against doing so. 1. This frustrated and worried his mom so she asked him why he was so disobedient. 2. He replied that Satan tempted him so much and he ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Avoiding Deception

    Contributed by Tommy Hames on Oct 18, 2000
    based on 70 ratings
     | 9,129 views

    How a Christian can avoid deception from the pulpit

    AVOIDING DECEPTION INTRODUCTION There are indeed mockers of Jesus Christ living among us who continue to walk after their own ungodly lusts. Jude tells us that they do not have the Spirit of God living in them. Unfortunately, some of these mockers have infiltrated the pulpits of our churches. The ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Avoid Adultery Series

    Contributed by Tim Bond on Aug 19, 2002
    based on 51 ratings
     | 4,203 views

    The only way to avoid spiritual adultery against God is to humble ourselves enough to obey Him.

    One of the most common characters for children to learn about in Sunday School when they are young is Samson. Kids love to hear about the guy who was so powerful that nobody could beat him up. His physical strength was so great that he was able to bring a huge building down by pushing on the ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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