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What Would Jesus Do ... About Temptation Series

Contributed by David Hughes on Feb 4, 2003

based on 286 ratings

| 17,443 views

This sermon seeks to encourage teenagers (and, indeed, adults) to consider ’What Would Jesus Do’ when they are faced with temptation.

WHAT WOULD JESUS DO ... about temptation? Do you wear one of these Christian bracelets which have become quite popular over the last ten years, or so? You can get so many different ones with different acronyms on them, words in which each letter stands for something else: so, for instance, FROG ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 4:1-11, James 1:2-18

Denomination: Baptist

The Test Of Leadership Series

Contributed by Larry Thompson on Mar 8, 2003

based on 239 ratings

| 29,226 views

The greatest test of any spiritual leader is the test of temptation. In this final message of the eight part series this sermon examines the keys to overcoming temptation.

LESSONS IN LEADERSHIP – PART EIGHT “THE TEST OF LEADERSHIP” Matthew 4:1-11 ©Larry L. Thompson (2003) “Then Jesus was led by the Spirit into the desert to be tempted by the devil. [2] After fasting forty days and forty nights, he was hungry. [3] The tempter came to him and said, "If you are the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 4:1-11

Denomination: Baptist

Journey Through The Desert Series

Contributed by Rick Stacy on Mar 9, 2003

based on 48 ratings

| 6,638 views

First of six messages leading to Easter. We all are tempted – even Jesus. There is not a one of us who has not been tempted to do something we know we shouldn’t – From sneaking a cookie to sneaking cash. From birth to death we will always be hounded b

Journey through the Desert Matthew 4:1-11 (NCV) 4 Then the Spirit led Jesus into the desert to be tempted by the devil. 2 Jesus ate nothing for forty days and nights. After this, he was very hungry. 3 The devil came to Jesus to tempt him, saying, “If you are the Son of God, tell these rocks to ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 4:1-11

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Thanksgiving, Praise & Worship

Contributed by Bob Ashcraft on Jul 24, 2002

based on 169 ratings

| 32,385 views

This is an examination of these three functions of the Church, how they differ and the importance operating in them.

Thanksgiving, Praise & Worship Pastor Bob Ashcraft July 14, 2002 (RealAudio Help) -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- INTRODUCTION: § These are different words used in scripture with different meanings and specific purposes § ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 5:15-20, Matthew 4:9-10

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Satan Declares War On Christ Series

Contributed by Robbie Parsons on Jun 8, 2003

based on 64 ratings

| 3,919 views

The third of a series about spiritual warfare, THIS MEANS WAR! This examines how Satan tempted Christ, much like he does us, and how Christ deflected Satan’s temptations.

It was a time of reflection for David; 2 Samuel Chapter 23 begins by telling us these were the last words that David spoke. Now whether or not they were literally the last words that he spoke, or the last words of importance that he spoke, or the last recorded words he spoke, we don’t know. We ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 4:1-11

Denomination: United Methodist

Worship That Works

Contributed by Eloy Gonzalez on Jun 22, 2003

based on 64 ratings

| 13,373 views

Second Sunday after Pentecost: What is worship that is real and authentic? We look at Jesus’ teachings about this to learn how to honor God in worship.

The Bible describes perfect worship. It occurs around the throne of God. That is a place where there is no pain, or sadness; A place where no sun or moon are needed because God is there to provide light and warmth; A place where the chaos and all that disturbs is replaced by the perfect peace. It ...read more

Scripture: Mark 2:23-28, Matthew 4:1-25

Denomination: Lutheran

Under Attack!

Contributed by Carl Willis on Jun 27, 2003

based on 116 ratings

| 13,713 views

Standing strong under fire.

Today we are going to look at practical steps for standing strong when you are under attack! We will be using Christ’s temptation in the wilderness as our backdrop. Then Jesus was led out into the wilderness by the Holy Spirit to be tempted there by the Devil. Matthew 4:1 (NLT) The first issue ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 4:1-11

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Defeating The Enemy's Advance Series

Contributed by Bruce Ritter on May 20, 2002

based on 78 ratings

| 10,662 views

Jesus’ pattern for overcoming temptation...

Defeating the Enemy’s Advance Matthew 4:1-11 Our series has to do with preparing the way for Christ’s coming. He deserves the throne of our lives, to construct a lifestyle of kingdom living in us. There is a Kingdom, which God wants to happen in your life, giving you His purpose, favor, and ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 4:1-11

Denomination: Assembly Of God

How To Let Jesus Deliver You From Temptation

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Jun 1, 2002

based on 64 ratings

| 3,757 views

How to Let Jesus Deliver You From Temptation - Matt. 4:1-11

How to Let Jesus Deliver You From Temptation – Matt. 4:1-12 Avoid temptations of all types by fixing your eyes on Jesus the author and perfector of our faith. Illustration: A young Indiana college student won a competition for performing the most outlandish stunt to earn a prize of $10,000.00 ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 4:1-11

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

When The Valley Comes

Contributed by William Rushing on Jun 20, 2002

based on 10 ratings

| 3,463 views

Jesus was tempted by the devil but he resisted. From Jesus, we can see the three temptations that Jesus resisted and learn how we can resist our temptations.

I. Introduction (1) a. Ill. Thetis held the young Achilles by the heel and dipped him in the river Styx; everything the sacred waters touched became invulnerable, but while she was dipping him in the water she had to hold him by the heel so the heel remained dry and therefore unprotected. ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 4:1-11

Denomination: Baptist

Dealing With The Enemy! Part 2

Contributed by Ronald Crandall on Jan 7, 2003

based on 24 ratings

| 3,873 views

I wound up preaching this in parts. The new believers in Christ often struggle with attacks from the enemy. I have found this message to be a reminder to me that no one is exempt from them but we do have authority over him.

Dealing with the enemy! Part 2 By: Pastor Ron Crandall Introduction: Two weeks ago on Sunday Night I started this message. We shared on how the enemy comes against the believers in Christ, how the enemy first strikes at the home and marriage. Then when he has destroyed the family unit he then ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 4:3-11, Ephesians 4:14-29

Denomination: Pentecostal

Tempted? Series

Contributed by Bob Briggs on Jan 24, 2003

based on 50 ratings

| 4,382 views

tired of temptations, looking for a way out?

There is not a one of us in the room who has not been tempted to do something we know we shouldn’t. From sneaking a cookie to sneaking cash. Children instinctively respond to temptation at a young age and older people seem never to shake it. From birth to death we will always be hounded by ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 4:1-11

Denomination: Pentecostal

Who Is The Lord Of The Ring Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Sep 21, 2003

based on 66 ratings

| 6,798 views

Satan wanted Jesus to bow down before him... how dare he? What possible reason would Satan even have to ask such an outrageous thing (part of a series on the book and movie trilogy by J.R.R. Tolkien).

OPEN: Several years ago, Christian Herter was running hard for reelection as Governor of Massachusetts, and one day he arrived late at a barbecue. He’d had no breakfast or lunch, and he was famished. As he moved down the serving line, he held out his plate and received one piece of chicken. The ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 4:1-11

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Temptation Before The Second Coming Series

Contributed by James O. Davis on Oct 30, 2003

based on 59 ratings

| 8,706 views

There are two important reasons Christians should attend church regularly. I want to share these two reasons as they relate to the temptation before the Second Coming. Why should we attend God’s House?

James O. Davis is the founder and president of Second Billion (TM). You are invited to learn more about Second Billion by visiting www.billion.tv. INTRODUCTION Have you ever heard someone say they do not have to go to church to be a Christian? There are those who used to regularly attend ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 10:19-25, Matthew 4:1-11

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Guarding Our Whole Being From The Attacks Of The Devil

Contributed by Jose Cabajar on Nov 6, 2003

based on 67 ratings

| 4,991 views

Biblical way of guarding our unique existence from Satan’s attacks.

<PRE> The Bible has been and always will be the best source of spiritual knowledge. The devil is not happy about it because the Bible teaches us on how to guard our whole existence from his subtle attacks. He hates the Bible because it exposes his unnoticed ways of destroying human ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 4:1-11

Denomination: Baptist

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