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Overcoming Temptations Through Christ Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jan 25, 2025

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

Lead Us Not Into Temptation - Matthew 4 Series

Contributed by William Akehurst on Feb 3, 2025

Baptized, anointed and presented to the world as GOD’s Beloved Son, JESUS is led by the Spirit into the Wilderness, where HE defeats temptation with GOD’s WORD, and then begins HIS ministry in calling the world to repentance to enter GOD’s Kingdom.

2025.02.02. Sermon Notes. Matthew 4 – MINISTRY BEGINS with the Temptation of Christ. Battling Temptation with GOD’s WORD. LEAD us not into Temptation! William Akehurst, HSWC BIG IDEA: After being baptized, anointed and presented to the world as GOD’s Beloved Son, JESUS is led by the Spirit into the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:13, Matthew 4:1-25, James 1:13, Deuteronomy 8:3, Psalm 91:11-12, Deuteronomy 6:16, Deuteronomy 6:13, James 4:7, 1 Corinthians 10:13, Hebrews 4:14-16, Ephesians 6:11-17, Isaiah 9:1-2  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Dare To Become Agents Of Transformation During Lent

Contributed by Otis Mcmillan on Feb 16, 2026

For us, Lent is a time when we make that journey with Christ. We think about our temptations, our sins, and we repent. After these 40 days, we should emerge stronger than we had been before.

Sermon – Dare to Become Agents of Transformation During Lent Scripture - Isaiah 58:1-14 “Shout with the voice of a trumpet blast. Shout aloud! Don’t be timid. Tell my people Israel of their sins! Yet they act so pious! They come to the Temple every day and seem delighted to learn all about me. They ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 58:1-14, Matthew 4:1-11, Romans 12:1-2, Colossians 3:17, John 10:7-9  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Methodist

First Sunday Of Lent, Year A- Tempting Thoughts

Contributed by Paul Andrew on Feb 21, 2026

The tempter, who is always a better sophist than we are.

First question in the Bible we heard was, “Did God really tell you not to eat from any of the trees in the garden?” This is an ideological overstatement by the serpent. It distorts God's command to not eat from one specific tree into a total ban on all trees, thus framing God as ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 4:1-11

Denomination: Catholic

The Revolution Will Not Be Televised

Contributed by Amiri Hooker on Feb 21, 2026

A Black History sermon that looks at Lent’s wilderness, Jesus refuses spectacle and shortcuts; real revolution is obedience.

The Revolution Will Not Be Televised Sunday, February 22, 2026 — First Sunday in Lent Scripture of the Day • Reference: Romans 5:12–19; Matthew 4:1–11 • Read Here: Romans 5:12–19 (NRSVue) • Matthew 4:1–11 (NRSVue) The Text Below come form a translation from Hooker, Amiri B. Sanctified Bars & ...read more

Scripture: Romans 5:12-19, Matthew 4:1-11

Denomination: United Methodist

"and Suddenly Angels!"

Contributed by Jody Vansickle on Feb 23, 2026

This message is about trusting in God's presence. I preached this for the 1st Sunday in Lent here in 2026, but it could be used any Sunday. Matthew reading is from the NRSV, Psalm 32 from the NLT

“And suddenly angels…” – think about that image. • I am a Star Tek fan, so when I think about it, I imagine these angels beaming down to Jesus. • You know, their bodies are just a bunch of particle beans that suddenly become angels (and you have to have that sound effect). • I know – that’s sort of ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 4:1-11

Denomination: Methodist

Overcomers

Contributed by Anthony Seel on Feb 23, 2026

Dealing with temptation

First Sunday in Lent February 22, 2026 Holy Trinity Lutheran Church Matthew 4:1-11 Overcomers Who here has been on a camping trip? Mary and I camped out when we first married. A tent and two sleeping bags is a lot cheaper than staying in a hotel room. Our son Dan and I went camping regularly ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 4:1-11

Denomination: Lutheran

Recalculating

Contributed by Mary Erickson on Feb 23, 2026

A sermon for the first Sunday in Lent, Year A

February 22, 2026 Rev. Mary Erickson Colfax Lutheran Church Genesis 2:15-17; 3:1-7; Romans 5:12-19; Matthew 4:1-11 Recalculating Friends, may grace and peace be yours in abundance in the knowledge of God and Christ Jesus our Lord. Where are you? It’s very important to know where you are and how ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 4:1-11, Romans 5:12-19, Genesis 3:1-7

Denomination: Lutheran

1st Sunday Of Lent – Year A - Theme: From Temptation To Transformation: From Adam To Christ Series

Contributed by Dr. Addanki Raju on Mar 13, 2026

A Sacred Journey

Sunday Homily 1st Sunday of Lent – Year A Theme: From Temptation to Transformation: From Adam to Christ Readings Genesis 2:7–9; 3:1–7 Psalm 51:3–4, 5–6, 12–13, 14–17 Romans 5:12–19 Matthew 4:1–11 ________________________________________ Introduction: Lent – A Sacred Journey Dear brothers and ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 2:7-9, Romans 5:12-19, Matthew 4:1-11

"when We’re Pulled Away” Lent 1st Sunday Series

Contributed by Shawn Vollmerhausen on Mar 13, 2026

This sermon explores the wilderness temptations of Jesus in Matthew 4 alongside the invitation of Isaiah 55, showing how both passages reveal a God who meets us in our wandering and calls us to return with trust rather than shame.

There’s something about the season of Lent that feels like stepping into a quieter room. The lights dim a little. The noise settles. The pace slows. And suddenly, we can hear things we usually drown out. We can feel things we usually outrun. We can notice things we usually ignore. Lent is not a ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 4:1-11, Isaiah 55:6-9

Denomination: United Methodist

Stuck At The Crossroads?

Contributed by Pastor Renji George on Mar 14, 2026

A crossroads or junction is a place where you need to make a decision. One road leads one way, another road leads somewhere entirely different. And once you choose the road to move on, the direction of your journey changes, for better or for worse!

Jeremiah 6:16-18 “Thus saith the Lord, Stand ye in the ways, and see, and ask for the old paths, where is the good way, and walk therein, and ye shall find rest for your souls. But they said, We will not walk therein. Also I set watchmen over you, saying, Hearken to the sound of the trumpet. But ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 6:16-17, Matthew 10:37-39, Proverbs 3:6, Matthew 4:1-11, Luke 4:1-13, Ephesians 5:15-16, Proverbs 14:12, Matthew 11:28-30, Isaiah 14:12-15, Ezekiel 28:13-16, Matthew 7:13-14, John 14:1, Psalm 23:1, Psalm 91:14-16  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

Into The Wilderness: Tempted But Not Alone Series

Contributed by Jeffrey Sims on Mar 8, 2025

This message is about the temptation of Jesus and how in our lives we are tempted but never alone. It helps show that the wilderness isn't about punishment but about testing and growth. It also helps us realize that when we are under attack God's word is our defense.

Into the Wilderness: Tested, but Not Alone You never really know if you’re ready until you’re tested. I remember the first Certified Volunteer Firefighter class that I ever taught. We spent months training … running drills, studying techniques, learning how to handle the heat and smoke, how to ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 4:1-11, Luke 4:14

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Sifting Work Of Satan

Contributed by Wilson Oshorakpor on Mar 8, 2025

You are on Satan's sifting list. Every believer must pass through the sifting process as God gives the devil permission to test his children.

TEXT: Luke 22:31-34 (NLT) “Simon, Simon, Satan has asked to sift each of you like wheat. But I have pleaded in prayer for you, Simon, that your faith should not fail. So when you have repented and turned to me again, strengthen your brothers.” Peter said, “Lord, I am ready to go to prison with you, ...read more

Scripture: Luke 22:31-34, Matthew 4:1-11

Denomination: Pentecostal

Jesus Victory Over Temptation

Contributed by Michael Blitz on Mar 10, 2025

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

Testing The Spirits Whether They Are From God Or From Demons Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Mar 15, 2025

In this sermon we'll explore few biblical examples to help you discern godly vs. demonic influence.

As believers, we are commanded to "test the spirits" (1 John 4:1) to discern whether a person, teaching, or influence is from God or from demonic forces. Jesus taught us to evaluate individuals and ministries by their "fruits" (Matthew 7:15-20). In this sermon we'll explore ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 4:1-11, Matthew 16:1-4