Sermons about Fighting Temptation

Jesus Victory Over Temptation

Contributed by Michael Blitz on Mar 10, 2025

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This message looks at the three temptations Jesus faced, why they truly were temptations, and how he overcame them, giving us a path to follow.

Good Morning. How long can you play around with temptations without consequences? Kind of like asking how far over edge of the cliff can I safely lean. Sadly, this year has seen stories about church pastors who have fallen off that cliff and not only destroyed their marriages, but their churches, ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 4:1-11

Denomination: Anglican

Some Truths About Temptation Series

Contributed by Joel Gilbert on Feb 18, 2025

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Jesus' temptation in the wilderness gives us some insights that we should keep in mind as we face temptation.

Luke 4:1–13 ESV And Jesus, full of the Holy Spirit, returned from the Jordan and was led by the Spirit in the wilderness for forty days, being tempted by the devil. And he ate nothing during those days. And when they were ended, he was hungry. The devil said to him, “If you are the Son of God, ...read more

Scripture: Luke 4:1-13

Denomination: Baptist

Overcoming Temptations Through Christ Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jan 25, 2025

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Temptation is an inevitable part of the Christian journey. It comes in various forms, aiming to draw believers away from God’s will. However, through Christ, we have the strength, guidance, and victory to overcome every temptation.

Title: OVERCOMING TEMPTATIONS THROUGH CHRIST By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: 1 Corinthians 10:13 "No temptation has overtaken you except what is common to mankind. And God is faithful; he will not let you be tempted beyond what you can bear. But when you are tempted, he will also provide a ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 10:13, Matthew 4:1-11, James 1:12-15, Hebrews 4:15-16, Ephesians 6:10-18 (view more) (view less)

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Temptations -- Jesus' And Ours Series

Contributed by Revd Dr Ruwan Palapathwala on Jan 1, 2025

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Temptation is our awful struggle not to lose ourselves and our potential to lose ourselves. Temptation also highlights God’s mercy and grace in our lives in the wilderness for forty minutes, hours, days or years.

In today’s Gospel reading, we encounter the most human and common experience: temptation, which Jesus also experienced in a very profound way. The temptations of Jesus are found in all four Gospels. But we are accustomed to thinking that Jesus was tempted three times before his public ministry ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 4:1-2, Luke 4:1-13, Mark 1:12-13

Denomination: Episcopal/Anglican

Jerusalem- Jesus' Temptation Series

Contributed by Shawn Drake on May 22, 2023

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This is the 21st Sermon in the Series "Biblical Cities- Jerusalem".

Series: Biblical Cities- Jerusalem [#21] JERUSALEM- JESUS’ TEMPTATION Matthew 23:37 Introduction: We are continuing in our Series about the most mentioned City in the Bible- Jerusalem. Matthew 23:37 We studied Jesus at 12 years old; and tonight, we are going to jump to the beginning of ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 23:37, Luke 4:1-14

Denomination: Baptist

Three Keys To Overcoming Temptation

Contributed by Wayne Burnett on Jun 7, 2001

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JESUS’ VICTORY OVER TEMPTATION IN THE WILDERNESS SHOWS US HOW TO OVERCOME TEMPTATION IN DAILY LIVING

THREE KEYS TO OVERCOMING TEMPTATION MATTHEW 4:1-11 I. THE TEMPTATION OF JESUS A. Why did Jesus face this grueling 40 days temptation in the wilderness? B. To identify with humanity -Heb 4:15 For we have not an high priest which cannot be touched with the feeling of our infirmities; but was in ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 4:1-11

Denomination: Church Of God

How To Recognize The Source Of Temptation

Contributed by Tony Miano on Dec 11, 2000

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We know from our study of God’s Word that the promised result of persevering through trials is the reception of blessings from God. But what is the outcome when we blow it, when we fail?

How To Recognize The Source Of Temptation James 1:13-18 Preached by Pastor Tony Miano Pico Canyon Community Church December 10, 2000 Introduction: Let’s pray. Turn in your Bibles, if you will, to James 1. We’re going to be studying verses 13-18 this morning. Our study of James to this point ...read more

Scripture: James 1:13-18

Denomination: *other

Who Is This Man Jesus - Temptation Series

Contributed by Floyd Johnson on Mar 18, 2003

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This is the second of a series of sermons on the life of Christ. Today we look at His tempation - which follows His baptism and precedes the Sermon on the Mount.

Intro.: The Apostles Creed summarizes the life of Christ like this -- I believe in Jesus Christ, our Lord: Who was conceived of the Holy Spirit, born of the Virgin Mary, suffered under Pontius Pilate, was crucified, died, and was buried. 1. Yet, the life of Christ is so much more. 2. Today we ...read more

Scripture: Luke 4:1-11

Denomination: Methodist

Temptation Of Terah: Refuse Complacency

Contributed by Robert Simmons on Feb 23, 2002

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Contrast Terah the father of Abraham and his incomplete journey with the inspiring faith and obedience of Abraham.

THE TEMPTATION OF TERAH Genesis 11:31-12:4 Hebrews 11:8-19 Resolutions are made and broken. Diets are begun and ended. Home improvement projects lie around our houses half completed. Beginning with enthusiasm is not enough. Planning a journey, loading the van, the buzz of excitement is not ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 11:8-19

Denomination: Church Of God

Do Not Enter: Resisting Temptation Series

Contributed by Marilyn Murphree on Mar 10, 2003

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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

Scripture: Matthew 26:36-46

Denomination: Methodist

When Temptation Becomes Sin

Contributed by James Bryant on Aug 28, 2001

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How far can you go before you actually sin? Discover what the truths of the bible are in this sermon.

WHEN TEMPTATION BECOMES A SIN? 1st Corinthians 10:13 (13) There hath no temptation taken you but such as is common to man: but God is faithful, who will not suffer you to be tempted above that ye are able; but will with the temptation also make a way to escape, that ye may be able to bear ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 10:13

Denomination: Baptist

Ash Wednesday: Response To Temptation

Contributed by Larry Brincefield on Feb 25, 2004

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This sermon uses 1 John 2:16 (NKJV) to identify the 3 types of tempation that Eve, Christ, and us faced/will face. 1. Lust of the flesh. 2. Lust of the eyes. 3. Pride of life.

Wednesday, February 25, 2004 Title: Ash Wednesday: Response to Temptation Text: 1 John 2:16, Gen. 3:6, Luke 4:1-13 Introduction 1. Today is Ash Wednesday. This begins a 40 day period of reflection, prayer, and fasting... focusing on Jesus Christ and His life and sufferings leading up to the ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 2:16, Luke 4:1-13

Denomination: Nazarene

Temptations Church Members Face Series

Contributed by Michael Luke on Jun 25, 2006

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Temptations common to church members

SERIES: “FATAL TEMPTATIONS” TEXT: SELECTED TITLE: “TEMPTATIONS CHURCH MEMBERS FACE” INTRODUCTION: A. Native hunters in the jungles of Africa have a clever way of trapping monkeys. They slice a coconut in two, hollow it out, and in one half of ...read more

Scripture: James 1:14-15

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Child Of The King: Temptation And Identity

Contributed by Paul Humphrey on Mar 5, 2006

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The Devil’s temptation of Jesus centered upon "if you are the Son of God." Even at the cross a voice cries, "If you are the Son of God, come down from the cross" (MT 27:40). Satan’s way may seem easier, but those led by the Spirit have a far different w

Child of the King: Temptation and Identity First Sunday of Lent 2006 Dr. Paul G. Humphrey There was a young preacher visiting with an old man who had an old hound dog. The preacher said, “that sure is a nice dog, what is his name?” The old farmer hemmed and hawed and said, “what is that flower ...read more

Scripture: Mark 1:9-13

Denomination: United Methodist

Prayer & Temptation Part I Series

Contributed by Fernie Franco on Apr 25, 2002

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OVERCOMING TEMPTATION THROUGH THE POWER OF PRAYER

PRAYER AND TEMPTATION PART I INTRO: “The shortest distance between a problem and a solution is the distance between your knees and the floor. The one who kneels to the Lord can stand up to anything” · Prayer is the direction of tonight’s service. · (Illustration) – “Wrong Direction” · Jesus ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 4:1-11

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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