Sermons on Resisting Darkness:

Temptation--Lessons From Kobe Bryant

Contributed by Bob Briggs on Jul 22, 2003

What can we learn when a role model falls? How can we avoid the same in our lives

Where have all the good role models gone? From accusations of questionable moral behavior for Alabama coach Mike Price who was thought to have a squeaky clean record to the recent accusations of rape against LA Lakers star Kobe Bryant, it seems role models have hit the skids. Kobe will have ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 10:12, James 1:14-15

Denomination: Pentecostal

Soup Of The Day

Contributed by Dean Meadows on Mar 29, 2003

This sermon takes a story from the old testemant and deals with different sins that tempt us and how to handel that temptation.

SOUP OF THE DAY 6/22/02 Have you been to a restaurant where the waiter tells you the soup of the day? It could be vegetable or potato (tater) or the fancier restaurants it could be broccoli or clam chowder soup. All of us have our favorites and the waiter entices us with our favorites. I have ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 25:29-34

Denomination: *other

Facing Temptation

Contributed by David Seeley on Mar 5, 2004

God has promised to provide a way of escape for every temptation we face. Because of this there is no need for us to fall repeatedly into sin. We must learn to lean on His strength to keep us strong during temptation.

Facing Temptation Text: Luke 22:31-32 “And the Lord said, Simon, Simon, behold, Satan hath desired to have you, that he may sift you as wheat: But I have prayed for thee, that thy faith fail not: and when thou art converted, strengthen thy brethren.” I. Realize that Jesus was tempted (Hebrews ...read more

Scripture: Luke 22:31-32

Denomination: Holiness

No Exceptions

Contributed by Bobby Hawk on Mar 13, 2004

God has called each of us to live a life with no exceptions. This is an expository sermon about the exception in David’s life found in 2 Samuel 11.

“No Exceptions” 1 Kings 15:5 & 2 Samuel 11:1-27 What will you be remembered for? Will people consider you a man or woman of God? Will people remember you as an effective minister of the gospel? After all is said and done, what will people remember about your life and ministry? The Bible ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 15:5, 2 Samuel 11:1-27

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Facing Temptation Series

Contributed by Wesley Bishop on Mar 15, 2004

This sermon is about dealing with temptatoin. It is based on Rick Warren’s The Purpose-Driven Life.

Someone once said, “I wouldn’t be tempted if temptation wasn’t so tempting.” Sam Levenson said, “Lead us not into temptation. Just tell us where it is; we’ll find it.” Flip Wilson said, “The devil made me do it the first time, but ever since then I’ve been doing it on my own.” Oscar Wilde said, ...read more

Scripture: Luke 4:1-13

Denomination: Wesleyan

The Battle For The Mind

Contributed by Stephan Brown on Mar 24, 2004

Explains the importance of the thought life, our accountability for our thoughts, and how to win victory--by winning the battle for our minds.

The Battle for the Mind I. We are responsible not only for our actions, but also for our thoughts. A. God has judged people based on thoughts in the past. Acts 8:22 Repent of this wickedness and pray to the Lord. Perhaps he will forgive you for having such a thought in your heart. [Simon the ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:5-7

Denomination: Assembly Of God

How Satan Works

Contributed by Carl Kolb on Feb 2, 2004

Shows 3 ways Satan tempts us to sin.

GENESIS 3:1-6 “How Satan Works” How many of you have never been tempted? Temptation is Satan’s way of trying to get us away from God. Temptation itself is not sin. We are all tempted, but what is important is how we respond to the temptation to sin. We have not sinned until we give in to ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 3:1-6

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Real Spiritual Power Series

Contributed by Tom Fuller on Jul 16, 2004

Learn to tell the difference between real spiritual power and fake power. Paul tells us that being impressive doesn’t mean you are effective. Learn too how to take your very thoughts captive.

For more Bible studies visit: www.LivingWatersWeb.com Real Spiritual Power 2 Corinthians 10 Pastor Tom Fuller A man’s grandfather worked in a blacksmith shop when he was a boy, and he used to tell his grandson how he had toughened himself up so he could stand the rigors of blacksmithing. ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 10:1-18

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

Beware Of The Snare

Contributed by Philip Harrelson on Sep 27, 2004

A warning against the subtility of temptation. I took my inspiration from the beginning of deer season and worked it into a sermon.

Beware of the Snare Psalms 91:1-3 – “He that dwelleth in the secret place of the most High shall abide under the shadow of the Almighty.” “I will say of the LORD, He is my refuge and my fortress: my God; in him will I trust.” “ Surely he shall deliver thee from the snare of the fowler, and from ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 91:1-3

Denomination: Pentecostal

"Let No Man Say..." Dr. Winson Butler

Contributed by Winson Butler on Oct 19, 2004

There is a high cost to low living. Temptation brings out the best or should I say the worst in us all. Let’s see why!

Introduction When the subject of temptation comes up, what do you think of or about? Embesselment, proposition, the unknown? If the truth be known temptation has no boundries and many faces and all of us at one time or another will be tempted in some way! For this reason James offers counsel to ...read more

Scripture: James 1:13-18

Denomination: Baptist

Let's Make A Deal

Contributed by Fernando Cabrera on Oct 27, 2004

An outline on the four compromise that Satan seek to make a deal with you.

Let’s Make a Deal by Dr. Fernando Cabrera newlifebx@msn.com Exodus 8:25-10:29 1. First compromise: Don’t leave, but do you thing here in Egypt (Exodus 8:25-32) a. Land represents territory and domain i. The Devil wants you in his territory so he may have domain over you 1. How? ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

What Tree Are You Eating The Fruit Thereof

Contributed by Kenneth Jarman on Apr 16, 2005

Since the first deception in the garden of Eden the devil has been trying to intice us with the fruit of his lies. But we can resist when we make Jesus our Lord and Savour

WHAT TREE ARE YOU EATING THE FRUIT THEREOF? Gen, 2:9--- And out of the ground made the Lord God to grow every tree that is pleasant to the sight, and good for food; the tree of life also in the midst of the garden, and the tree of knowledge of good and evil. Let us pray; Father, we thank you for ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 2:9

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Lesson 2: How To Overcome Temptations Series

Contributed by Jonathan Falwell on Apr 27, 2005

“Blessed is the man that endureth temptations: for when he is tried, he shall receive the crown of life, which the Lord hath promised to them that love him. Let no man say when he is tempted, I am tempted of God: for God cannot be tempted with evil, neit

A. INTRODUCTION JAMES 1:12-15 “Blessed is the man that endureth temptations: for when he is tried, he shall receive the crown of life, which the Lord hath promised to them that love him. Let no man say when he is tempted, I am tempted of God: for God cannot be tempted with evil, neither tempteth ...read more

Scripture: James 1:12-15

Denomination: Baptist

Confrontation With The Devil

Contributed by John Gerald on Apr 29, 2005

How to face the devil with confidence, and not be taken with his lies.

CONFRONTATION WITH THE DEVIL Rev. John W. Gerald I. CONFRONTATION WITH THE DEVIL Gen. 3:1 Now the serpent was more subtil than any beast of the field which the LORD God had made. And he said unto the woman, Yea, hath God said, Ye shall not eat of every tree of the garden? Satan challenges ...read more

Denomination: Methodist

Instructions For Life Series

Contributed by Denn Guptill on May 2, 2005

When do we run and when do we stand firm and fight, Paul offers some insight to Timothy.

If you had to write to a young pastor giving him instructions for pastoring his church and for keeping his spiritual life intact what would you say to him? What spiritual and theological truths would you try to impart in order that he would be able to do his job effectively. Would your ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 6:11-16

Denomination: Wesleyan