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  • Robert Harmon avatar

    Satan’s Plan For Your Life

    Contributed by Robert Harmon on Mar 5, 2011
    based on 8 ratings
     | 7,106 views

    Jesus has a plan for us, but so does Satan! Who will we listen to when temptation sneaks into our lives?

    INTRODUCTION When we look at the start of Jesus’ earthly ministry, we have a great contrast that starts off with Jesus being immersed in the river by John, and the glory of the Father and the Spirit shining on Him. Immediately afterward, we are taken to the dry, barren wilderness, where ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Facing Temptation Series

    Contributed by Kevin Ruffcorn on Mar 21, 2011
    based on 1 rating
     | 6,757 views

    Jesus' encounter with Satan helps us to understand the power of temptations and ways to overcome it.

    Matthew 4:1-11 “Facing Temptation” INTRODUCTION Video: “Temptation—Deep Thoughts By a Shallow Christian This brief video seems to echo the thoughts and actions of many people in our modern society. It is commonly believed that sin has no consequence and the resisting ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

  • Andrew Moffatt avatar

    To Sin Or Not To Sin, That Is The Question? Series

    Contributed by Andrew Moffatt on Mar 25, 2011
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     | 5,536 views

    Temptation how do we resist it, what part did Jesus play in making this possible, and what example has he set for us to follow?

    There’s a cartoon that reads “how come opportunity knocks only once, but temptation beats the door down every day?” Temptation, how often are we tempted in some situation to just give in. The human race does not have a great track record when it comes to temptation. This from Genesis 3:1-9. An ...read more

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    Denomination: Salvation Army

  • Rick Gillespie- Mobley avatar

    The Battle For The Heart

    Contributed by Rick Gillespie- Mobley on Mar 24, 2010
    based on 9 ratings
     | 21,284 views

    This sermon deals with the need to guard our hearts if we are going to overcome the tactics of Satan.

    “Overcoming The Enemy: The Battle For The Heart” 2/14/2010 Proverbs 4:13-23 I John 2:13-17 We have been looking at ways the enemy attempts to destroy our lives, Today is Valentine’s Day and it is filled with talk of love. Some of you will be celebrating the gift of love found in your ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    When The Enemy Challenges

    Contributed by Rick Boyne on Jul 11, 2011
    based on 4 ratings
     | 4,343 views

    The enemy always looks, speaks, and acts strong; but our God is stronger.

    When the Enemy Challenges July 10, 2011 Evening Service Immanuel Baptist Church, Wagoner, OK Rick Boyne Message Point: The enemy always looks, speaks, and acts strong; but our God is stronger. Focus Passage: I Samuel 17:1-11 Supplemental Passage: No temptation has overtaken you but such as is ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Steve Ely avatar

    Temptation Tango - Temptation Island - Part 3 Series

    Contributed by Steve Ely on Jul 24, 2012
    based on 3 ratings
     | 4,912 views

    Temptation, although common, seperates and isolates and makes you feel like you are on an island. How can we get off Temptation Island?

    Temptation Island Pt. 3 – Temptation Tango I. Introduction Temptation Island is a dangerous place because temptation, when we don’t understand it and learn to deal with it, separates, isolates, and will become the gateway to your demise if you don’t learn to move off the island! We began by ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Count Yourselves Dead To Sin Series

    Contributed by Paul Barreca on Feb 22, 2008
    based on 4 ratings
     | 7,204 views

    A strategy for spiritual victory is given that focuses on appropriating Christ’s power in your life.

    Do you have a strategy for your struggle against sin? There are FOUR Key Verbs in Romans 6:11-13 that describe for us the manner in which we are to overcome temptation. These four keys will unlock your potential to experience the victory Christ promised in overcoming sin. Paul introduces a ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Our Conduct And The Comforter

    Contributed by Stephen E. Trail on Oct 5, 2015
     | 2,692 views

    A sermon on how men treat the third person of the Trinity.

    "Our Conduct and the Comforter" Acts 7:51 Ye stiff-necked and uncircumcised in heart and ears, ye do always resist the Holy Ghost: as your fathers did, so do ye. Ephesians 4:30 And grieve not the holy Spirit of God, whereby ye are sealed unto the day of redemption. 1 Thessalonians 5:19 Quench not ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    How To Tame Temptation

    Contributed by Davon Huss on Apr 22, 2016
     | 6,774 views

    Some things we need to know about temptation (Title and Material adapted from Alan Carr at: http://www.sermonnotebook.org/new%20testament/temptation.htm)

    HoHum: Mark Twain said, “I can resist everything except temptation.” WBTU: Salvation is not a barrier to temptation! On the contrary, Satan is more likely to attack the Christian that the unbeliever. After all, he already has the lost person! He loves nothing better than causing ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Victory In Jesus

    Contributed by Christopher Benfield on Mar 19, 2020
     | 10,052 views

    As Peter concluded this very practical letter that addressed the difficulties the church faced while seeking to encourage them to remain committed, he drew their focus back to the one who could provide all they needed regardless of the situation - the Lord Jesus Christ.

    Victory in Jesus 1 Peter 5: 6-11 We have considered much in our time moving through Peter’s first epistle. Being aware of their struggles, Peter addressed their need while challenging them to remain steadfast in spite of the opposition they faced. He knew the world was watching their lives, ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Allure Of Sin

    Contributed by Rick Boyne on Aug 7, 2012
     | 4,269 views

    We must not give in to our temptation and be overtaken by our lusts.

    The Allure of Sin August 5, 2012 Evening Service Immanuel Baptist Church, Wagoner, OK Rick Boyne Message Point: We must not give in to our temptation and be overtaken by our lusts. Focus Passage: 2 Samuel 13:1-14 Supplemental Passage: No temptation has overtaken you but such as is common to ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Ken Sowers avatar

    Celebrating Trials Series

    Contributed by Ken Sowers on Mar 24, 2014
     | 3,813 views

    Jesus is tempted by Satan

    Celebrating Trials After Baptism - Jesus must narrow focus Luke 4:1-13 Led by the HS into the wilderness expressly to be tested/tempted. Three Environments - Wilderness - High Place - City Monks went to desert for Spiritual warfare. Tested - what does success look like? After 40 days - ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Donald Whitchard avatar

    Jesus Christ: The Great Evangelist, Part 2

    Contributed by Donald Whitchard on Jan 11, 2022
     | 1,193 views

    The Lord Jesus went out of His way to bring the Gospel to an anonymous woman. Her life was one of sin and isolation from others. Despite her attitude and resistance, she was won over to the grace and mercy of God. We are to follow His example.

    No one is to be neglected or avoided when it comes to presenting the Good News of salvation found only in the Lord Jesus Christ (John 14:6; Acts 4:12; 1 John 2:1-2). As we read through the fourth chapter of John's Gospel, we see how Jesus went out of HIs way to give this offer of redemption ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Scott Bayles avatar

    When God Calls Your Name: Saul / Paul Series

    Contributed by Scott Bayles on Sep 11, 2021
    based on 3 ratings
     | 7,506 views

    How would you respond if God called your name not once, but twice? In the Bible, God calls plenty of people often by name, but I’ve only found seven times where God calls out someone’s name twice in a row. In each instance, what follows is a life-changing encounter with the God of creation.

    When God Calls Your Name… Twice: Saul/Paul Scott Bayles, pastor Blooming Grove Christian Church: 9/4/2016 After church one Sunday, a pastor stood at the front of the church greeting people as they left. A sweet, little, elderly woman stopped and said: “Pastor, please speak louder. I can’t hear ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Church

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    Joseph From Freedom To Slavery...but God Was With Him. Genesis 39

    Contributed by William Akehurst on Oct 28, 2024
     | 670 views

    Joseph went from freedom to a slave in Egypt, BUT GOD…was with him, and he prospered in everything he did as a testimony to others of GOD's Mercy and Grace. His reality couldn't be any further from what he had dreamt.

    2024.10.27. Sermon Notes. Joseph a Slave in Egypt. But GOD was with him and doing a work in him. William Akehurst, HSWC BIG IDEA: Joseph went from freedom to a slave in Egypt, BUT GOD…was with him, and he prospered in everything he did as a testimony to others of GOD's Mercy and Grace. This ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational