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  • The Grip Of Temptation

    Contributed by Steve Kinnard on Apr 26, 2017
     | 3,505 views

    Watch out for temptation

    The Grip of Temptation (1Corinth 10:12-13) Illus: Can you see him running, he is running with all his might. Look at the beads of sweat popping out on his forehead. Each step that he takes is labored; he is exhausted from the struggle. Can you see the fear in his eyes as he looks back over his ...read more

  • The Temptations Of Jesus

    Contributed by Austin Lamos on Feb 13, 2020
    based on 1 rating
     | 7,536 views

    How did Jesus overcome the temptations of Satan in his wilderness experience? How can we overcome the temptations and the trials that we face in our lives?

    Matthew 4:1-11 (NASB) (From Bible Gateway.com) The Temptation of Jesus 4 Then Jesus was led up by the Spirit into the wilderness to be tempted by the devil. 2 And after He had fasted forty days and forty nights, He [a]then became hungry. 3 And the tempter came and said to Him, “If You are the Son ...read more

  • Overcoming Temptation Series

    Contributed by William Baeta on Feb 29, 2020
     | 6,930 views

    “It is written: ‘Man does not live on bread alone, but on every Word, that comes from the mouth of God”. (Matthew 4:4)

    Introduction: Our theme for today’s sermon in “overcoming temptation”. The first temptation was in the Garden of Eden where Satan tempted Adam and Eve to eat the forbidden fruit. Eve blamed the serpent by saying “the Devil made me do it”. God had given man power and authority over all creation, ...read more

  • The Temptation Scheme Series

    Contributed by D. Dewaine Phillips on Nov 18, 2021
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     | 4,923 views

    The devil is always trying to gain a foothold in our life, and he begins his initial onslaught of attacks with the temptation to sin. Temptation "can" be overcome! We must overcome it, so we can refrain from committing sin.

    Satan is looking to pound on our weakest areas . . . When we leave an opening by yielding to temptation, he’ll take advantage. - Kent Crockett(1) In Ephesians 4:27, the Apostle Paul warned, “Do not give the devil a foothold” (NIV). The devil is always trying to gain a foothold in our life, and he ...read more

  • Resisting Temptation

    Contributed by Carl George on Mar 21, 2022
     | 993 views

    Sermon on Joseph becoming the man who God meant for him to be in the face of adversity and temptation.

    This past week I had the pleasure of doing a funeral. Pleasure and funeral are not two words that you hear in the same sentence. The reason it was a pleasure is because of the remarkable legacy of faith that the man left. I never met him but I was amazed by the impactful testimony that a disabled ...read more

  • The Upside Of Temptation Series

    Contributed by Rev. Timothy Porter on Jan 13, 2021
     | 1,770 views

    Casting, that’s what we’re talking about. I don't know if you realize this or not, we discovered last week that Jesus is an expert angler. He’s an amazing fisherman. He’s the best. The ultimate.

    HOOKED Week 4 “The Upside of Temptation” Pastor Timothy Porter Text: James 1:2-5 1:14-17 Introduction: Casting, that’s what we’re talking about. I don't know if you realize this or not, we discovered last week that Jesus is an expert angler. He’s an amazing fisherman. ...read more

  • Temptations Of The Flesh Series

    Contributed by Stephen Aram on Apr 11, 2021
     | 2,549 views

    Every day we are-forming our brain by the decisions we make. Jesus was solid in choosing the way of obedience and we need to practice the spiritual disciplines to train ourselves as well.

    Last week we started looking at an episode in the life of Jesus, one of many episodes that sound really strange it you stop and look at what is really happening. Jesus presented himself to John to be baptized, as his public statement that he was standing up and accepting God’s calling on his life ...read more

  • Led Into Temptation Series

    Contributed by Aneel Aranha on Feb 22, 2021
     | 905 views

    In our Lord’s Prayer, we beseech God not to lead us into temptation. Can he? Does he?

    Scripture Reading: Matthew 6:7-15 And when you pray, do not keep on babbling like pagans, for they think they will be heard because of their many words. Do not be like them, for your Father knows what you need before you ask him. “This, then, is how you should pray: “‘Our Father in heaven, hallowed ...read more

  • Sermon On Temptation

    Contributed by William Meakin on May 27, 2021
     | 1,099 views

    We all suffer temptation at some point in our earthly journey, it is a natural part of life.

    Derek Charles Blasberg, an American journalist, socialite, best selling author and television personality once remarked: “Temptation is as old as time; or at least the history of temptation extends as far back as the moment Eve gave Adam that serpent’s apple. But what sets the lady apart from the ...read more

  • Overcoming Temptation

    Contributed by Edward Hardee on Apr 21, 2024
     | 766 views

    This message evaluates the three temptations of Jesus and how He overcame them.

    Title: The Temptation of Jesus Theme: Learning to say no to temptation. Text: Luke 4:1 - 13 Opening Scripture Luke 4:1-13 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 ...read more

  • Dealing With Temptation Series

    Contributed by Mark Schaeufele on Feb 14, 2024
     | 1,777 views

    Even if God’s plan leads you through the wilderness, you can trust him.

    How to Handle Temptation Text: Matt. 4:1-11 Introduction 1. Illustration: "Temptation is not meant to make us sin; it is meant to enable us to conquer sin. It is not meant to make us bad; it is meant to make us good. It is not meant to weaken us; it is meant to make us emerge stronger and ...read more

  • Baptism And Temptations

    Contributed by The Rev Deniray Mueller on Feb 19, 2024
     | 573 views

    immediately after Jesus was baptized by John he was forced into the desert by the Holy Spirit

    Mark 1:9-15 Today is the first Sunday of Lent – the annual period of self-reflection leading to the joy and celebration of Easter. It is also the Sunday that we hear in the reading about the baptism of Jesus and God's affirmation that He is His "well-beloved son." It helps ...read more

  • Sweet Temptation Series

    Contributed by Gordon Pike on Oct 23, 2022
     | 2,031 views

    Ah ... free will. The ability to choose/decide for ourselves what is right and good and what isn't. However, as Solomon points out, we also got 'temptation' along with it and he beautifully illustrates the tension of temptation in Proverbs 9 between Lady Wisdom and Lady Folly.

    Ah … it’s a familiar story. Eve is strolling through the beautiful Garden of Eden when she is surprised by a talking snake. “Hey, how ya doing?” “Fine.” “What ya doin?” “Oh, Adam and I are just walking around … taking in the beauty of God’s creation.” “Oh, yeah? Lovely. Say, what about ...read more

  • Overcoming Temptations Series

    Contributed by John Lowe on Sep 17, 2022
     | 2,818 views

    Solomon's downfall began when he married the daughter of the Egyptian Pharaoh to seal a political alliance. He could not control his lust. Among Solomon's 700 wives and 300 concubines were many foreigners, which angered God.

    Overcoming Temptations King Solomon was the wisest man ever and also one of the most foolish. God gifted him with unsurpassed wisdom, which Solomon squandered by disobeying God's commandments. Solomon's most notable achievements were his building projects, particularly the temple in ...read more

  • Trials And Temptations

    Contributed by Ajai Prakash on Apr 25, 2024
     | 891 views

    God tested the Israelites in the desert to know what was in their hearts, and tested Abraham’s faith by asking him to sacrifice Isaac. God allows external hardships or difficult situations produce good qualities in us.

    Opening illustration: Illustrate the difference between Temptation and Trial. Introduction: In the New Testament, the same Greek word (peirazo) is used for trial, test, and temptation. The basic meaning of peirazo is to test something to determine its response, value, or character. When peirazo is ...read more