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  • Carl Allen avatar

    Handling Temptation Series

    Contributed by Carl Allen on Aug 13, 2009
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    Temptation is a given in the life of all Christians, how we handle that temptation is a completely different story. James gives us three simple steps tht we can take to successful push back the temptations that come our way.

    How to Handle Temptation James 1:13-18 Intro Do you struggle with temptation? I heard of someone who said, “I don’t struggle with temptation, I just give in to it!” Surely that is not the answer! But the fact is, there isn’t a day that goes by that we are not tempted in some way. Temptation ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Dennis Davidson avatar

    A Promise For Testing Times Series

    Contributed by Dennis Davidson on Aug 17, 2009
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    James closes this section on times of testing with a promise for the believers who are suffering under trial by reminding them that God rewards those who remain faithful.

    JAMES 1:12 A PROMISE FOR TESTING TIMES [Hebrews 12:1-2] Chippie THE PARAKEET never saw it coming. One second he was peacefully perched in his cage. The next he was sucked in, washed up, and blown over. The problems began when Chippie’s owner decided to clean Chippie’s cage with a vacuum ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Religion Undefiled Series

    Contributed by Chris Surber on Aug 26, 2009
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    Pure religion lives out as an outworking of the grace of God in us!

    “Religion Undefiled” James 1:17-27 “Religion Undefiled” James 1:17-27 Introduction The story is told of an evangelist overseer of an African Church, was talking about following the “pure” path, and the “pure” path only. It was night, and a crowd of natives sat around the campfire. A native dog ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Church

  • Bill Butsko avatar

    Don't Blame God

    Contributed by Bill Butsko on Aug 27, 2009
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    We all face temptation and we are solely responsibility for our actions.

    Text: Let no one say when he is tempted, “I am tempted by God”; for God cannot be tempted by evil, nor does He Himself tempt anyone (James 1:13). What is temptation? Temptation is an enticement, an appeal, an attraction which tends to lead someone to commit an immoral or sinful act. Is there ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Church

  • Dennis Davidson avatar

    The Source Of Every Good Thing Series

    Contributed by Dennis Davidson on Aug 31, 2009
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    God is the great giver & He is the giver of every good thing. He meets our legitimate needs & desires with good & perfect gifts. As a matter of fact, every good gift we have ever received came from Him.

    JAMES 1:16-18 THE SOURCE OF EVERY GOOD THING People have needs and desires but instead of being mislead into thinking they can be met by the lure and trap of temptations we need to realize that there is another source that we can receive from, if we would but seek Him. God is the great giver and ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Christian Cheong avatar

    Be Strong - How To Win Over Temptation Series

    Contributed by Christian Cheong on Apr 9, 2010
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    Be realistic (being honest about it), responsible (understand you have the power to choose right), ready (be on your guard), and refocused on the goodness of God, and we will find the strength to overcome temptation.

    Today I want to talk about man’s oldest problem – temptation; it goes back all the way to Adam. • We all face it. Even when you know what is right to do, it is difficult to say “No.” • Oscar Wilde once said, “I can withstand anything except temptation.” • People say the only way to get rid of ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

  • Brad Bailey avatar

    The Grace Of Gratitude Series

    Contributed by Brad Bailey on Jun 11, 2009
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    Gratitude – the power to appreciate and acknowledge what one has These are not gifts we have mastered… but means of grace… disciplines we develop. This is true of one final gift…GRATITUDE. – the power to appreciate and acknowledge what one has

    This morning we’re going to conclude our series focused on Spiritual Insights for Insecure Times I don’t presume that we’ve resolved all the insecurity and uncertainty that we may face ahead. Rather… it’s more a matter of looking at the challenge… and resolving within the inner qualities that we ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Temptation Truths

    Contributed by Larry Wolfe on Jul 6, 2009
     | 2,632 views

    A look at the subject of temptation from James 1 and various other Bible texts

    "Temtpation Truths" Temptation comes to the child of God in many ways, but James tells us that "Every man is tempted when he is drawn away of his own lusts and enticed" (James 1:14) teaching us that the source of temptation is the lust within man, not necessarily the devil as most of us would ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

  • Mark Opperman avatar

    Holding On, Not Out Series

    Contributed by Mark Opperman on Mar 1, 2010
    based on 15 ratings
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    God wants us to keep holding on to Him while trusting that He is not holding out on us!

    Holding On, not Out James 1:12-18 12 Blessed is the man who perseveres under trial, because when he has stood the test, he will receive the crown of life that God has promised to those who love him. 13 When tempted, no one should say, "God is tempting me." For God cannot be tempted by evil, nor ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Understanding Trials And Temptations Series

    Contributed by Anthony Zibolski on Jan 15, 2010
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    There is a difference between a trial and a temptation. there is a difference in the way that we approach our trials. God has to be in charge.

    Faith that Works; Understanding trials of Life James 1:1-18 Introduction: We are starting a new series this week called Faith that works. We will be studying the book of James. Possible other lessons; Listening and living the Word of God. Taming you tongue. ...read more

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    Denomination: Nazarene

  • Mark N. Posey avatar

    Thanks Be Unto God!

    Contributed by Mark N. Posey on May 22, 2012
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     | 4,552 views

    God is SO good! He gives us blessings that are both physical and spiritual. For all His blessings we should be most thankful.

    Thanks be Unto God We praise (Heb. 13:15-16), preach (Rom. 8:28) and prayer (1 Tim. 2:1) about God’s great giving and goodness. He is the giver of every good and perfect gift (Jam. 1:17). For all His goodness we are eternally thankful! What are some of the great blessings and benefits ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Rick Crandall avatar

    How To Escape The Sin Trap Series

    Contributed by Rick Crandall on Jul 3, 2012
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     | 10,998 views

    1. Don’t try to excuse your sin (vs. 13). 2. Examine your sin (vs. 14-15). 3. Exalt God’s goodness (vs. 16-17). 4. Embrace the word of truth (vs. 18).

    Christianity Where the Rubber Meets the Road Part 3: How to Escape the Sin Trap James 1:13-18 Sermon by Rick Crandall Grayson Baptist Church - Feb. 26, 2012 BACKGROUND: *Before we start, it’s important to note that up until now, James has used the word “temptation” as we would ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Buffy Cook avatar

    How To Understand & Defeat Temptation Series

    Contributed by Buffy Cook on Jan 25, 2015
     | 5,363 views

    "For Dummies" books are a raging success! Why? Full of practical wisdom and simple "How To's" Wouldn't a "Christianity for Dummies," a book full of practical wisdom & simple How Tos on how to live out our faith, be great? James & this series is JUST THAT

    Christianity For Dummies: How To Understand & Defeat Temptation James 1:13-18 I. Introduction A. Well, we've just started our series "Christianity for Dummies" based on the Book of James. We talked about the fact that this series title is not meant to insult but is rather a term of ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Rodney Coe avatar

    Face To Face With Our Faith Series

    Contributed by Rodney Coe on Feb 13, 2015
     | 6,723 views

    What is the purpose of trials and tests?

    Face to Face with our Faith James 1:9-20 Max Lucado shares a story that happened in November 2004. A group of teenagers decided it would be fun to steal a car and go for a joyride. They find a credit card, get some groceries, a 20 lb turkey, and head to the video store. There they are caught on a ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Greg Nance avatar

    Do Not Be Deceived! Series

    Contributed by Greg Nance on Feb 14, 2015
    based on 1 rating
     | 12,661 views

    Deception is all around us. How do we overcome? James has great counsel from God to help us.

    Do not be deceived, my beloved brethren! These are the opening words of today’s text in James chapter 1:16. As I worked through this text over and over this week both to memorize it and to understand it, I realized that James speaks of being deceived three times here in the last part of ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ