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  • Otis McMillan avatar

    Overcoming The Temptation Of Desperation

    Contributed by Otis Mcmillan on May 12, 2020
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     | 7,773 views

    The midst of desperation, Satan entices men with evil desires, wrong motives, & doubt. This lesson teaches us that if we steadfastly resist his temptations by refusing to conform to them, and instead follow the directions of Scripture, the tempter will flee from us.

    Introduction: Overcoming the Temptation of Desperation is important because desperation will cause men to act out of character. The desperation of the pandemic and the fear it brings has caused many to hoard up supplies, buy additional guns and ammo, purchase additional alcohol and others ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

  • Mark H. Stevens ThD avatar

    How Can We Resist Temptation?

    Contributed by Mark H. Stevens Thd on Jan 4, 2017
    based on 4 ratings
     | 6,106 views

    Flip Wilson the famous Comedian used to say "The Devil Made me Do it!".....it was funny but not true, The Devil cannot MAKE YOU do anything! (James 4:7)

    Our response to Satan's lies (Eph 2:8-9; 1 John 4:1; James 4:7): • We are to submit to God's will (2 Cor. 11:3, 14-15). Satan's ways look good and appealing, but God's way is the way that is best; Satan's way is death. It is better to be poor and honest than rich and dishonest! • We ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    "Sexual Sanity In A Morally Broken World"

    Contributed by Bill Bowdle on Feb 5, 2018
     | 7,084 views

    Game of Human Sexuality is greatest "super-bowl" contest in our behavior. Proverbs has God's game plan for victory & shows us how to: 1 -Prepare for Temptation In Advance 2 - Know The Tempter’s Strategy to Defeat You 3 - Know the Consequences of Defeat..

    ========================================= Sermon: "Sexual Sanity In a Morally Broken World" Series: "Wise Living in a Foolish World" ========================================= REV. BILL BOWDLE Preached at Bethel UM Church, Bethel, OH 02/05/2011 Posted 2/6/2018 - Retired since 06/2014 Today’s ...read more

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    Denomination: United Methodist

  • Brad Bailey avatar

    Anyone Thirsty? Series

    Contributed by Brad Bailey on Oct 8, 2010
    based on 4 ratings
     | 11,242 views

    Unpacks the concept of "spiritual thirst."

    INTRO Ads for Gatorade… thirst is a desire waiting to be quenched. They would tell us, there’s nothing like a good thirst. That is what Jesus speaks to this morning. John 7:37-39 On the last and greatest day of the Feast, Jesus stood and said in a loud voice, "If anyone is thirsty, let ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Michael McCartney avatar

    The Great Escape! Series

    Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Oct 20, 2004
    based on 27 ratings
     | 12,062 views

    Jesus is the one who helps us to experience The Great Escape from the prisoner of war camp that we all found ourselves locked in. This prisoner of war camp is filled with evil desires and corruption and it has claimed many people’s lives.

    2 Peter 1 – “The Great Escape” Thesis: Jesus is the one who helps us to experience The Great Escape from the prisoner of war camp that we all found ourselves locked in. This prisoner of war camp is filled with evil desires and corruption and it has claimed many people’s lives. Video Illustration: ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Wilson Oshorakpor avatar

    Turn From Evil, Do What Is Right.

    Contributed by Wilson Oshorakpor on Sep 27, 2021
     | 2,802 views

    The Bible is full of warnings from God to his people to turn away from evil and do what is right. We hear but don't heed God's warnings and always face the consequences. Why are we so headstrong?

    TEXT: Jeremiah 18:11-12 “Therefore, Jeremiah, go and warn all Judah and Jerusalem. Say to them, ‘This is what the lord says: I am planning disaster for you instead of good. So turn from your evil ways, each of you, and do what is right.’” But the people replied, “Don’t waste your breath. We will ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

  • Brad Bailey avatar

    The Ultimate Powers Of Love And Evil Series

    Contributed by Brad Bailey on Feb 8, 2012
     | 3,643 views

    The ultimate powers of love and evil were at work in Jesus' ministry.

    The Ultimate Powers of Love and Evil Series: A Journey with Jesus (through the Gospel of John) Brad Bailey – January 30, 2011 Intro If you have been following this season of professional football… then you feel the moment that last Sunday led to… at the conclusion of the ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Kevin L. Jones avatar

    Imitate Good, Not Evil

    Contributed by Kevin L. Jones on Nov 8, 2014
    based on 7 ratings
     | 30,540 views

    A sermon examining the command to imitate what is good.

    IMITATE GOOD, NOT EVIL 3 John 1:9-15 You have probably heard the phrase "imitation is the sincerest form of flattery"; this means that when someone copies another person, it shows they admire that person's actions or qualities enough to want to replicate them. I would ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Rid Of Filth & Evil Series

    Contributed by Paul Clemente on Oct 12, 2015
     | 5,061 views

    Is there a difference between moral filth and evil which we need to get rid of?

    Let’s continue our worship of God by listening to His Words from James…. Last week we focused on the important actions of being quick to listen, slow to speak and slow to anger because God desires for Christians to live righteously. We continue with a passage from James 1 to learn more ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    Resist Not The Evil Powers Series

    Contributed by Rev. Dr. Andrew B Natarajan on Oct 10, 2025
     | 165 views

    Be perfect is a clarion call through the sermon on the Mount. Jesus is the only Guru, Lord to follow through out the World for his perfect personality made up of love, concern and care. He calls us to be his lovers. Is it possible? Yes.

    Text: Mathew 5:38-48 Theme: Resist Not   Greetings: The Lord is good and His love endures forever!   Introduction Plato likened the soul of a man to a charioteer whose task was to drive two horses. One is reason another is passion. Life is a conflict between these two. There is an inner ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

  • Paul Fritz avatar

    Hate What Is Evil

    Contributed by Paul Fritz on Nov 26, 2003
    based on 34 ratings
     | 7,448 views

    Too many people, in our age of tolerance, fail to realize the importance of hating what is evil. Here are twenty-six areas of evil we need to hate, flee from and overcome with good.

    Hate What is Evil (Romans 12:9) Too many people, in our age of tolerance, fail to realize the importance of hating what is evil. Here are twenty areas that need to be identified in our personal life, relationships and activities that must be rooted out before we can "be holy as He is holy." ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Return Of The Evil Spirit PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 25, 2023
    based on 3 ratings
     | 1,457 views

    Explore the reality of demonic activity, its impact on our lives, and the hope and deliverance we have through Christ.

    Good morning, church family. Today we're going to delve into some of the more challenging aspects of the spiritual realm, the kind that may make us squirm a bit in our seats. We're going to speak about demons, their impact on our lives, and the hope we have in Christ. In the words of A.W. Tozer, ...read more

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  • Jeff Pearce avatar

    Abstain From Evil

    Contributed by Jeff Pearce on Nov 6, 2008
     | 4,178 views

    LEARNING TO REFRAIN FROM EVIL.

    ABSTAIN FROM EVIL 1 THESSALONIANS 5:14-22 INTRO: DECISIONS 1: PERSONAL CHOICES A) EVERYONE HAS AN OPINON B) WE BASE A LOT OF OUR EVERYDAY CHOICES ON WHAT WE BELIEVE OR FEEL PERSONALY C) EX: ELECTION, BIGGEST VOTER TURN OUT IN HISTORY, TWO SIDES, TWO VIEWS, THE VOTE FOR MOST CAME DOWN TO MORE ...read more

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    Denomination: Other

  • Rodney Buchanan avatar

    The Antichrist: Personified Evil Series

    Contributed by Rodney Buchanan on Feb 10, 2002
    based on 164 ratings
     | 19,323 views

    The antichrist will: 1. Create a one-world government. 2. Create a one-world economy. 3. Create a one-world religion.

    The movie world seems to be obsessed with the end of the world. There has been a steady stream of films coming out of Hollywood around the theme of end time events and takeoffs on the book of Revelation. Films like “End of Days,” “Armageddon,” “Deep Impact,” and “Independence Day” are just some ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    Overcoming Evil With Good Series

    Contributed by Pat Damiani on Feb 14, 2022
     | 4,202 views

    Overcoming evil with good must be motivated and empowered by my identity in Christ

    NOTE: This is a manuscript, and not a transcript of this message. The actual presentation of the message differed from the manuscript through the leading of the Holy Spirit. Therefore, it is possible, and even likely that there is material in this manuscript that was not included in the live ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist