Sermons on Not Into Temptation:

Jesus: The Solution To Temptation Series

Contributed by William Jones on Jun 15, 2017

The conclusion to series of Biblical Characters that faced temptation. This is a brief look at how Jesus faced in the wilderness, in essence, the same temptations that Adam and eve faced in the Garden of Eden. We explore how Jesus defeated the tempter!

Hello and welcome back this morning to Church 360. I heard that the Ladies had a great time yesterday at the Brunch. Glad that you all had that time of fellowship together. Thanks to all the hands that put everything together for that event! Today we are going to take another look at the topic ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 4:1-11, Hebrews 4:15-16, 1 Corinthians 10:13, 2 Timothy 2:15

Denomination: Baptist

Myths About Temptation Series

Contributed by Joseph Marshall on Mar 10, 2020

How can we hope to live victoriously in and for Christ if we believe temptation attacks us because we’re horrible human beings of because God is mad at or wants to mess with us?

Myths about Temptation I Corinthians 10:6-13 Introduction: Have you ever heard the stories about siblings who convince one of their siblings that they were adopted? It often really affects the one that is made to believe they are adopted. What a relief they feel when they finally talk to the ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 10:6-13

Denomination: Baptist

What Is The Source Of Temptation?

Contributed by Jerry Cosper on Jul 26, 2023

The sermon title asks, What is the Source of Temptation? Just who is it who lures us into sin? We immediately want to say Satan and blame him. We say, “the devil made me do it,” but the answer is a bit closer to home. Thankfully, the solution is as close as prayer.

For the next few weeks I would like to talk about temptation. What is it that tempts you? Is it food? We all have a favorite food. We get a whiff of it, and our mouth starts watering. It's so tempting. The urge to take a bite of cake may not necessarily be a bad thing, but we're often ...read more

Scripture: James 1:13-18

Denomination: Baptist

The Seven Temptations Of The Wilderness

Contributed by Glynda Lomax on Jul 14, 2018

The seven things we are most tempted by in a wilderness season.

Matthew 4:1 1 Then was Jesus led up of the Spirit into the wilderness to be tempted of the devil. Because Jesus was led into the wilderness to be tempted, we can be sure we will as well. The wilderness is a terrifying place – hot, barren and wearisome. There is no comfort there, and no ...read more

Denomination: Charismatic

The Temptation Of Pleasing People Series

Contributed by Stephen Aram on Apr 11, 2021

When we start out wanting to serve God it is so easy to get distracted by what will please the people around us. But we have to choose one or the other, please God or please people.

I had quite a dream last night. Spring training hasn’t even started yet, but in my dream I saw the final game of the 2007 World Series. It was in Wrigley Field. The Cubs were winning in the bottom of the 9th. Two outs, bases loaded. Kerry Woods is on the mound, looking to cap a phenomenal ...read more

Scripture: Luke 4:1-13

How To Overcome Temptation

Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Apr 2, 2022

All sincere Christians have some things in common. One thing is that they all want to live a life that is pleasing to the Lord.

They also have to contend with the devil’s throwing every temptation he can throw at them every day to try to keep them from pleasing the Lord. It is a scriptural fact, as long as we live in these mortal bodies we will have to contend with this. WHY IS THIS A PROBLEM? Because, every Christian ...read more

Scripture: Luke 4:1-13

Denomination: Baptist

Temptation, Sin, Repeat Series

Contributed by Troy Borst on Mar 1, 2016

The pattern of this world is temptation, sin, repeat and has been so ever since the Garden of Eden. Jesus has died for us and has broken that pattern for us and offers us a new pattern for life.

TEMPTATION, SIN, REPEAT 1 PETER 4:1-6 INTRODUCTION… http://www.imdb.com/title/tt1631867/ There is a Tom Cruise, Emily Blunt, and Bill Paxton PG13 movie that came out in 2014 which was not well received as far as I remember. In fact, the movie won the 2014 “Golden Shmoe” award ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 4:1-6

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Temptation Of Human Jesus

Contributed by John Bright on Jan 16, 2021

Preaching through the Gospel of Luke - this sermon explores the Temptation of Jesus and what it shows us about the full humanity of Jesus Christ

“Temptation of Human Jesus” Luke 4:1-13 A sermon for 1/17/21 Pastor John Bright Luke 4 “1 Then Jesus, being filled with the Holy Spirit, returned from the Jordan and was led by the Spirit into the wilderness, 2 being tempted for forty days by the devil. And in those days He ate nothing, and ...read more

Scripture: Luke 4:1-13, John 8:44

Denomination: Methodist

Lead Us Not Into Temptation. Series

Contributed by Benjamin Utomo on Aug 18, 2020

This is the Fifth Part of the Lord's Prayer (Matt 6:13a)

Today we'll continue our sermon series on the Lord's Prayer. Let's read Matt 6:13, "Lead us not into temptation." Compared to the previous requests, this request is the most confusing prayer. Why should we ask our heavenly Father not to lead us into temptation? Doesn't ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:9-13, Luke 11:2-4, Matthew 6:13

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

How To Deal With Temptation Series

Contributed by Scott Maze on Jun 16, 2021

Jesus had powers that no other human possessed. Was Jesus going to use His power for personal ends? Or, would He use His power for the good of others?

Today we see the convergence of two efforts to promote Christ both in your life and in our community: DNow and You’ve Got the Time. DNow’s focus has been on Engage: A Life of Worship throughout the weekend. You’ve Got the Time is a time when you are empowered to finally finish the entire New ...read more

Scripture: Luke 4:1-13

Denomination: Baptist

Overcoming The Temptation Of Desperation

Contributed by Otis Mcmillan on May 12, 2020

The midst of desperation, Satan entices men with evil desires, wrong motives, & doubt. This lesson teaches us that if we steadfastly resist his temptations by refusing to conform to them, and instead follow the directions of Scripture, the tempter will flee from us.

Introduction: Overcoming the Temptation of Desperation is important because desperation will cause men to act out of character. The desperation of the pandemic and the fear it brings has caused many to hoard up supplies, buy additional guns and ammo, purchase additional alcohol and others ...read more

Scripture: Luke 4:1-13, 1 Corinthians 10:13, Luke 12:28-32

Denomination: Methodist

The First Temptation Of Christ

Contributed by Craig Condon on Mar 31, 2015

Jesus was strengthened by his wilderness experience, and so are we. Jesus left the wilderness, called his disciples and started doing God’s work. We can also leave the wilderness and do God’s work, all the time being confident that we can face temptation.

Have you ever faced temptation in your life? Each and every one of us has faced life’s temptations at some point in time, and we are always faced with the issue of how we are going to face them. Even Jesus was tempted, as we have heard in today’s Gospel reading. We can be tempted at any ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 4:1-11

Denomination: Anglican

Temptation Of Jesus In The Wilderness

Contributed by David Radcliff on Mar 25, 2016

How many us this week were tempted?

Temptation of Jesus in the Wilderness Luke 4:1-13 How many us this week were tempted? If the truth were known - each one of us experienced some sort of temptation this week. From incidences we may not be aware of, to major struggles that cause us to search our heart and soul. Temptations that ...read more

Scripture: Luke 4:1-13

Denomination: Baptist

Temptation: Tested And Approved

Contributed by Anthony Zibolski on Sep 27, 2022

We cannot survive without Jesus working through us and in us. He shows us how we overcome temptation.

Temptation- Tested and Approved Luke 4:1-12 Good morning…if you would turn to Luke 4:1-12 that will be our text this morning. Prayer- Last week we looked at crazy Faith! The faith that would dare to have four men drop a crippled man from a hole in the roof so that their friend could get healed ...read more

Scripture: Luke 4:1-12

Denomination: Nazarene

Power To Overcome Temptation Series

Contributed by John Dobbs on Jan 13, 2023

When our spiritual batteries are low - we find ourselves in need of a recharge - to POWER UP! Last week we looked at the baptism of Jesus as a means to CONNECT to the Power! As powerful an experience as that is - we shouldn’t think it is the end of the journey - but the beginning.

Text: Matthew 4:1-11 1 Then Jesus was led by the Spirit into the wilderness to be tempted there by the devil. 2 For forty days and forty nights he fasted and became very hungry. 3 During that time the devil came and said to him, “If you are the Son of God, tell these stones to become loaves of ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 4:1-11

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ