Sermons about Secular Temptations

"How To Fight Temptation" Part 2

Contributed by Lynn Floyd on Nov 10, 2001

based on 84 ratings

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I talk about some practical ways to successfully fight against temptation.

Last week we began a two part series on how to fight temptation. I shared last week that Jesus died to set us free from the power of sin in our lives. So, when temptations come we are able to say no to it because we are not enslaved to it. Before someone gives their life to Christ they are enslaved ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 7:1-27, Matthew 4:1-11

Denomination: Baptist

"How To Fight Temptation" Part 1

Contributed by Lynn Floyd on Nov 10, 2001

based on 44 ratings

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Temptations will come to us but the power of Christ through the cross enables us to say no.

Temptation: An enticement or invitation to sin with the implied promise of greater good to be derived from following the way of disobedience. Think how many temptations you and I face in an ordinary day. Staying in bed late - the temptation to laziness. Growling at the breakfast table - the ...read more

Scripture: Romans 6:11-18, 1 Corinthians 10:13

Denomination: Baptist

What Is Victory Over Sin And Temptation?

Contributed by Jim Kane on Jan 20, 2002

based on 15 ratings

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How can we resist temptation?

David Durey tells the story of small boy’s father who would occasionally sneak into a neighbor’s orchard and take some of the best fruit. He was always careful, however, to make sure that “the coast was clear.” One day while the son was tagging along, after carefully looking in every direction, ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 10:13

Denomination: Church Of God

"Six Temptations All Men Face”

Contributed by David Yarbrough on Jun 24, 2002

based on 111 ratings

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As men there are two things that are certain: 1. We are always going through trials. . 2. We are always being tempted.

Intro: I remember as a little boy not any older than six years old playing football in my friend Michael Holman’s front yard. He said, “My dad can punt this football almost as high as that tree”, pointing to a tall pine tree in his front yard. Then I said “My dad can punt that football over that ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 2:12-36

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Temptation! How Can I Resist Series

Contributed by Joel Pankow on Aug 2, 2002

based on 81 ratings

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sermon on how to resist temptation by pastor norval koch for our sermon series

Joseph Sermon 2 Genesis 39: 5-10 Imagine what Hollywood could do with the story of Joseph. A man of exceptional qualities... dreams from God...able to interpret the dreams of others...handsome...a victim of his brothers’ rage...able to rise from the depths of despair to power in a foreign ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 39:5-10

Denomination: Lutheran

What's So Great About Temptation? Series

Contributed by Andy Atkins on Jan 10, 2001

based on 109 ratings

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Without temptations and trials, Christians will never become mature followers of Christ.

What’s So Great About Temptation? James 1:1-18 Baby Boomers are coasting into the golden years in record numbers nowadays, bringing with them the trappings of a somewhat new phenomenon: Peter Pan Syndrome. While the surface indicators may not take the rest of us by surprise, the facts are clear ...read more

Scripture: James 1:1-18

Denomination: Baptist

Lesson 2: How To Overcome Temptations Series

Contributed by Jonathan Falwell on Apr 27, 2005

based on 36 ratings

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“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

Does The Spirit Lead Us Into Temptation?

Contributed by Ed Pruitt on Jun 17, 2005

based on 9 ratings

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Temptation, It’s everywhere

Does the Spirit lead us into temptation? Sunday March 04, 2001 We are going to take our scripture this morning from Matthew 4:1-11 Then was Jesus led up of the Spirit into the wilderness to be tempted of the devil. 2 And when he had fasted forty days and forty nights, he was afterward an ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 4:1-11

Denomination: Church Of God

Claiming The Victory – Strategies For Resisting Temptation Series

Contributed by Keith Manry on May 7, 2003

based on 25 ratings

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This sermon is part IV in a series on overcoming the power of sin in our lives and deals with strategies to resist temptation.

For the past four weeks we’ve been dealing with this topic of overcoming the power of sin in our lives. We initially came to the conclusion that we are sinners and that we are in need of intervention from an outside source. We reviewed the fact that Christ came and died on our behalf so that we ...read more

Scripture: Luke 4:1-13

Denomination: Methodist

Overcome Every Temptation--Every Time! Series

Contributed by D. Greg Ebie on May 8, 2003

based on 37 ratings

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50-DAYS TO PENTECOST What is the role of the Holy Spirit in the life of a believer? By submitting to the Holy Spirit, we can overcome every temptation--EVERY TIME!

✎ If it were possible for you to be a super hero for a day, which one would you choose? Would you want to be the amazing “Spiderman,” the man of steel “Superman,” the invincible crime fighter “Batman,” or the super speedy “Flash Gordon?” Ladies, would you choose to be one of the super hero ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 5:16-26

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Temptation--Lessons From Kobe Bryant

Contributed by Bob Briggs on Jul 22, 2003

based on 49 ratings

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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

Jesus Has The Final Answer To Temptation!

Contributed by Jason Zahn on Feb 18, 2002

based on 29 ratings

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As he resists the devil’s temptations Jesus gives us the answer to overcoming our temptations.

Regis Philbin has become a household name because of his familiar and often repeated question, “Is that your final answer?” from his popular, primetime television game show Who Wants to be a Millionaire? This probing question amplifies the suspense and adds to the drama of each answer, turning up ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 4:1-11

Denomination: Lutheran

Finding Jesus, Part I: Temptation Series

Contributed by Roy Hughes on Mar 21, 2001

based on 31 ratings

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Part 1 of the "Finding Jesus" series identifying us with the Son of Man and His victory over temptation.

Finding Jesus, part 1 “Finding Jesus In Our Temptations” From Isaiah to The Revelation, we can find 50 names for Jesus Christ. Over the next few weeks we will preach a series of messages that center on one of those titles: Matthew 13:37 TONIGHT WE SET OUT ON A QUEST TO FIND JESUS: THE SON ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 4:1-10, Philippians 4:12-13

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Great Escape – Escape From Temptation Series

Contributed by D. Greg Ebie on Apr 27, 2006

based on 51 ratings

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We all face temptation, but God has promised that regardless of what the temptation may be that we face, He will make a way of escape. Temptation does not have to destroy us; we don’t have to fall into the trap of sin. WE CAN ESCAPE FROM TEMPTATION! #3

THE GREAT ESCAPE – Escape From Temptation 1 Peter 2:16 INTRODUCTION: Temptation is a thread that joins us all together as human beings; temptation levels the playing field! We are all susceptible to its attraction, and we can all be equally devastated when we yield to its seduction. Some of the ...read more

Scripture: James 1:12

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Temptation, Sin, And Consequences (Part 1) Series

Contributed by David Owens on May 19, 2009

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David, the man after God’s own heart fell into sin. Looking at his life we can see how he allowed himself to end up in a weakened state, and we can learn from his mistakes how to avoid the same.

Introduction: A. Perhaps there have been times when you have felt like praying this prayer: “Dear Heavenly Father, I think you’d be proud of me! So far today I’ve done all right. I haven’t gossiped, lusted, lost my temper, haven’t been greedy, grumpy, or selfish. Praise Your Name! I’m grateful ...read more

Scripture: 2 Samuel 11:1-27

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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