Sermons on Defeating Temptations:

How To Defeat Depression Series

Contributed by Tom Shepard on Jan 8, 2016

Tips to defeat depression. 1. Focus On FACTS Not Feelings 2. Don’t COMPARE Yourself To Others 3. Don’t Exaggerate The NEGATIVE 4. Take Care Of PHYSICAL Needs 5. Take Your PROBLEMS To God 6. Have A Fresh ENCOUNTER With God 7. Get New DIRECTION From God

How To Defeat Depression Depression is one of the greatest problems in the world today. It has been called the common cold of mental illnesses. Everybody gets depressed at times, but some people are depressed nearly all the time. Even people in the Bible got depressed – Elijah is an ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 19:1-4

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

"Defeat Evil With Good"

Contributed by Ken Sauer on Jul 31, 2014

A sermon about being the Church.

Romans 12:1-21 "Defeat Evil with Good" We would be in denial if we were to say that there is not something terribly wrong with our world. We would be delusional if we were to deny the existence of evil. This past week, the world watched in horror the desperation of children and civilians who ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:1-21

Denomination: United Methodist

Turning Victory Into Defeat

Contributed by Jesse Crooks on May 21, 2020

Turning our victories in Jesus into defeat

Turning Victory into Defeat Joshua 7:1-5 Introduction: In the open chapters of Joshua, the Children of Israel finely crossed Jordan into the promise land. They had a resounding victory at Jericho. (Joshua 6) You know the story. They followed God’s instructions and the walls ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 7:1-5

Defeated Christians Forget.

Contributed by Howard Strickland on Jul 14, 2022

Defeated Christians have forgotten who they are. How easy it is to forget what Jesus Christ has done and who we are in Him, especially when we fail.

Defeated Christians Forget. 2 Peter 1:3-11ESV Defeated Christians have forgotten who they are. How easy it is to forget what Jesus Christ has done and who we are in Him, especially when we fail. As soon as we stumble, the accuser of the brethren is right there to tell us what sorry sinners and no ...read more

Scripture: 2 Peter 1:3-11, Hosea 4:6

Denomination: Pentecostal

Rising From Defeat PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 27, 2023

The importance of standing firm in faith, obeying God's commands, and understanding the consequences of our sins.

Good morning, family! Today, we'll dive into the lessons found in Joshua 7:10. Our sermon today revolves around three significant themes: the power of faith, the necessity of obedience, and the consequences of sin. In the wise words of A.W. Tozer, "Faith is seeing the invisible, but not the ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 7:10

Topics: Seeking God, Adversity

Renewal Within Defeat PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Jan 26, 2024

This sermon encourages finding strength in Christ during moments of discouragement, deriving blessings from burdens, and dealing with deep pain through faith.

Good morning, dear friends! As we gather together in the house of our Lord today, we find ourselves standing on the precipice of another week, another opportunity to learn, grow, and find our strength in Him. We are here, not just to share in fellowship, but to delve into the Word, to seek His ...read more

Scripture: Luke 24:13-35

Topics: Discouragement, Encouragement

Gideon Defeats The Midianites Series

Contributed by John Lowe on Aug 29, 2022

The Israelites invited Gideon to become their king and to found a dynasty, but he refused, telling them that only God was their ruler (Judges 8:22–23).

Gideon Defeats the Midianites In time, Israel again turned away from Jehovah and began to worship false gods. The Midianites had hurt the Israelites for many years - for seven years, they stole the Israelites’ animals and destroyed their crops. The Israelites hid in caves and mountains to escape ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 4:7

Denomination: Baptist

From Defeat To Victory Series

Contributed by Ian Humphrey on Mar 14, 2024

From Defeat to Victory

Psalm 4 1. David's Discouragement -1 Hear me when I call, O God of my righteousness: thou hast enlarged me when I was in distress; have mercy upon me, and hear my prayer. i. The Task in Prayer - Hear me when I call, ii. The Target in Prayer - O God of my righteousness iii. The Testimony - thou ...read more

Denomination: Holiness

How Do We Overcome Temptation? (Luke, Part 3) Series

Contributed by T.j. Conwell on Feb 7, 2022

None of us is immune to being tempted … but we all can overcome by following the same model that Jesus provided for us. When you resist him, you are choosing the things of God; you are choosing to turn away from the quick pleasure fix (of sin) and seeking His way to guide your life.

Introduction / Recap - We know that Luke was a physician – helped Paul throughout his ministry -- He was most likely a Gentile from Antioch (Syria) addressing a Gentile audience - Examining the language of the text indicates that he was well educated -- Familiar with Greek; well versed in ...read more

Scripture: Luke 4:1-13

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Tackling Temptations Series

Contributed by Chip Monck on May 16, 2005

The third in a series walking through the book of James. This message deals with the issue of temptation, and how to grow in our ability to have victory over it.

(EARLY IN THE SERVICE) I need all children, ages 4 through 10 who like marshmallows to come up here. Okay kids. This is the deal. I have a marshmallow for you. And I’m going to ask you to take this back to your seat, and hold on to it for a little while. Now, if you can hold on to this ...read more

Scripture: James 1:12-18

Denomination: Wesleyan

A Way Of Escape

Contributed by Mark Roper on Nov 25, 2007

There is at least one thing that is common to every human being who has lived regardless of race, age, or culture: temptation.

A Way of Escape I Corinthians 10:12–14 There is at least one thing that is common to every human being who has lived regardless of race, age, or culture: temptation. Unfortunately, victory over temptation is far less universal. There is a key to unlocking the secret of victory—a key called the ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 10:12-14

Denomination: Church Of God

The Three Effects Of Temptations (Sermon On Temptation)

Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on May 25, 2024

Today I will be preaching on something that will apply to every man, woman, boy and girl.

Sometimes Preachers have to preach on subjects that apply to only part of the congregation. Such as: • On Mother’s Day the sermon is directed primarily to the Mothers of this church • On Father’s Day the sermon is directed primarily to the Fathers of this church. • On Grandparent’s Day the ...read more

Scripture: Luke 4:1-13

Denomination: Baptist

Temptations And Trials Series

Contributed by Michael Whitt on May 2, 2002

becoming God’s friend means living a life of faith. Becoming a main of faith is a process and this process includes temptations and trials.

TEMPTATIONS AND TRIALS: BECOMING A FRIEND OF GOD Genesis 12:4-13:4 Attention: Chippie the parakete --- Max Lucado story. Owner was on the phone, vacuuming out bird cage. Accidently vacuumed bird. In a rush, she opend the vacuum cleaner up. Bird was covered in dust. Like any good ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 12:4-9

Denomination: Baptist

Dealing With Temptation

Contributed by John Kapteyn on Oct 18, 2000

Introductory Consideration From Temptation to Death James 1:12-17 1.

Introductory Consideration From Temptation to Death James 1:12-17 1. "I try so hard not to talk about others, but before I realize it, the words are out of my mouth". "I believe I am a Christian, but I sure wonder when I act theway I do." " I feel like giving up. I just cannot overcome the evil ...read more

Scripture: James 1:12-18

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Overcoming Temptation

Contributed by Danny Williams on Oct 18, 2000

INTRO: EVERY BELIVER HAS FACED TEMPTATION AND MANY TIME'S IT HAS CAUSE HEARTACKE AND PAIN TO US AND THOSE WE LOVE .

INTRO: EVERY BELIVER HAS FACED TEMPTATION AND MANY TIME'S IT HAS CAUSE HEARTACKE AND PAIN TO US AND THOSE WE LOVE . BUT I TRULLY BELIVE THAT IT HURT'S JESUS MORE THAN WE WILL EVER KNOW.. IN OUR LIVE'S WE WILL BE UP AGAINST EVERY SCEME , TRICK AND PLOT THAT SATAN CAN THROW AT US BUT IT IS HOW YOU ...read more

Scripture: Mark 7:20-23