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  • Byron Sherman avatar

    Temptation Management-101—4 Series

    Contributed by Byron Sherman on May 9, 2001
    based on 23 ratings
     | 4,055 views

    Part 4 of a 4 part sermon dealing with the importance of managing temptation effectively so that it will not become sin, thus freeing God to work in our lives.

    Temptation Management-101—IV—Luke 4:1-13 A Texan wanted to go ice fishingRead up on Ice Fishing/Bought all the equipment/ Set out for the nearest frozen lake. Began to drill a hole in the ice. Suddenly ---from the sky--- a voice boomed, "THERE ARE NO FISH UNDER THE ICE! DO NOT DRILL INTO THE ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • David Owens avatar

    We Can Overcome Temptation Series

    Contributed by David Owens on Oct 20, 2008
    based on 5 ratings
     | 9,812 views

    The reality is that we will all be tempted. The good news is that we have remedies that can help us overcome temptation.

    Introduction: A. How many of you have enjoyed reading the comic strip “Cathy” over the years? 1. “Cathy” is a comic strip drawn by Cathy Guisewite. 2. It features a woman who struggles through the "four basic guilt groups" of life — food, love, mom, and work — the strip gently pokes fun at the ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • John Lowe avatar

    Blessed Is The Man That Endureth Temptation: Series

    Contributed by John Lowe on Mar 26, 2021
     | 5,009 views

    It is trials and tribulation in a Christian’s life that refines our trust in God and increases our dependence upon the Lord.

    Tom Lowe 1/24/2021 Text: James 1:12 (KJV) Blessed is the man that endureth temptation: for when he is tried, he shall receive the Crown of life, which the Lord hath promised to them that love him. INTRODUCTION It is trials and tribulation in a Christian’s life that refines our trust in God and ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Brandon Max avatar

    22) Lead Us Not Into Temptation! Series

    Contributed by Brandon Max on Feb 4, 2022
    based on 1 rating
     | 2,099 views

    Through the example of The Lords Prayer, Jesus taught His disciples to pray through all the tests, trials and temptations of life.

    22) LEAD US NOT INTO TEMPTATION TEXT: Matthew 6:13 RECAP Today, as we continue our journey into the Word of God, Our focus remains firmly fixed on discovering... “...those things most surely believed among us” (Luke 1:1). In our previous lessons, we have already looked to some of the things We ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Dale Harlow avatar

    When You Play With Fire Series

    Contributed by Dale Harlow on Jan 5, 2006
    based on 8 ratings
     | 4,949 views

    Joseph provides a great example for us in how to deal with temptation. If you flirt with temptation, sooner or later, you are going to get burnt.

    If you have been reading your children’s Bible Story books you might have read the story about Joseph and the coat of many colors. Joseph was a favorite of his father Jacob and because of the favoritism his 10 older brothers despised him. But to make matters worse, Joseph also had a miraculous ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Dr.W.Samuel Legon avatar

    What We Face In Life

    Contributed by Dr.w.samuel Legon on Jul 20, 2009
    based on 5 ratings
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    3 THINGS WE FACE EVERYDAY

    Christians are faced with many things in life, these 3 tend to hurt more than any other because they hit all of us. (1) CONFLICT Phil. 1: 29-30 29: For unto you it is given in the behalf of Christ, not only to believe on him, but also to suffer for his sake; 30: Having the same ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Stephen Sheane avatar

    The Lord’s Prayer 3 - Protection Series

    Contributed by Stephen Sheane on Feb 26, 2010
     | 5,026 views

    Part of prayer is also asking for God’s help from temptation and the tempter.

    THE LORD’S PRAYER - PROTECTION In March, 1989, an asteroid a half mile across, moving at the speed of 44,000 miles per hour, shot across the very path the earth travels, missing us by only six hours. Did you know about this danger? Every day an estimated twenty tons of material from space enters ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

  • Rick Duncan avatar

    War Of The Words Series

    Contributed by Rick Duncan on Jul 13, 2005
    based on 4 ratings
     | 5,381 views

    They have been here and many people who lived before us didn’t know. They are here now attacking us and many of us don’t recognize it. We are in a war. But we are often unaware. We could call it, not the War of the Worlds, but the War of the Words.

    I remember a time when I was hit hard with criticism. Three times in a row. A letter. A phone call. A conversation. Three punches to the gut. I heard things like: “You’re not honoring God. You’re just trying to entertain people. You’re too tolerant. You don’t give seasoned Christians ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Jonathan Spurlock avatar

    The Temptations Of Christ (Luke 4)

    Contributed by Jonathan Spurlock on Jan 25, 2023
     | 1,760 views

    Jesus fasted or ate no food for 40 days after He was baptized. While there, the Devil came and tempted or put Jesus to the test in three different areas. Jesus triumphed, and so can we!

    Based on a message preached at First Baptist Church, Chamois, MO, on 1-22-2023. This is not an exact transcription. Introduction: Last week we looked at how John the Baptist came preaching, far away from town, much like he might do here if he lived here. To give a kind of local flavor, he might ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Curry Pikkaart avatar

    Developing Resistance

    Contributed by Curry Pikkaart on Feb 18, 2013
     | 5,596 views

    Everyone is tempted - it's part of living on planet earth. Even Jesus was tempted. But how did He resist? How do we develop similar resistance?

    “Developing Resistance” Luke 4:1-13 A little boy named Bobby desperately wanted a new bicycle. His plan was to save his nickels, dimes and quarters until he finally could buy a new 10-speed. Each night, he knelt beside his bed, and prayed, "Dear Lord, please help me save my money for a ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

  • David Elvery avatar

    2. The Temptation Of Turkish Delight Series

    Contributed by David Elvery on Nov 22, 2006
     | 3,067 views

    A series on the Narnia Movie and its portayal of Temptation

    “Discovering Nania – 2. The Temptation of Turkish Delight” Gladstone Baptist Church – 5/2/06 am Based on the Sermon “Narnia: Ten Tasty tidbits about Turkish Delight” by Pat Cook Nov 2005. Last week if you were with us, we began to look at the real story that lies behind the fiction of the Lion ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Carl Willis avatar

    Trials And Temptations - Part 2 Series

    Contributed by Carl Willis on Apr 14, 2001
    based on 25 ratings
     | 3,344 views

    A further look at the issue of trials and temptations in the life of a Christian.

    Trials and Temptations - Pt. 2 James 1:12-18 This week we will be returning to the issue of trials and temptations as addressed in James chapter 1. James starts off with a challenge. "Don’t give up." Remember testing is a process and as a process we know that it is ongoing with many phases. ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • John Gaston avatar

    7 Strategies To Overcome Temptation

    Contributed by John Gaston on May 26, 2019
     | 8,391 views

    All Christians struggle with different areas of temptation. These seven strategies lay the groundwork for believers, no matter what their problems, to gain victory and hope. This will bless your congregation.

    7 STRATEGIES TO OVERCOME TEMPTATION INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR 1. I heard about an elderly lady who came into a church one Sunday morning. A friendly usher greeted her and asked, “Hello Mam. Where would you like to sit?” 2. She said, “I would like to sit on the very front row.” He said, “Oh no, ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

  • Vic Folkert avatar

    Praying With Jesus: Overcoming Temptation Series

    Contributed by Vic Folkert on Apr 15, 2019
     | 4,587 views

    As we pray, we recognize sources of temptation: the world, the flesh, and the devil. We commit ourselves to overcoming with God's help: Know what is right, tell the truth, build a life too good to lose, and play to win.

    PRAYING LIKE JESUS: OVERCOMING TEMPTATION—Matthew 6:9-13, 1 Corinthians 10:12-14 Have you ever said something like this? “I don’t know how it happened. I got sucked in, and I couldn’t seem to avoid it.” “Why did I say that? It was stupid and wrong—and I didn’t really mean to.” “I want that so bad! ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

  • Marilyn Murphree avatar

    Do Not Enter: Resisting Temptation Series

    Contributed by Marilyn Murphree on Mar 10, 2003
    based on 20 ratings
     | 6,558 views

    Jesus shows us ways we can be successful in resisting temptation.

    Iliff and Saltillo UM Churches First Sunday of Lent March 9, 2003 “Do Not Enter: Resisting Temptation” Matthew 26:36-46 INTRODUCTION: How many have seen a “Do Not Enter” sign on the highway or somewhere in town? How many of you have deliberately driven into such an area anyway? How many ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist