Sermons about Secular Temptations

The Temptation Of Jesus

Contributed by Rodney Fry on Feb 4, 2004

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Even before Internet pornography, rampant materialism, and on-line gambling, there was temptation. Even Jesus faced it, and in studying His example, we can learn a lot about being victors.

THE TEMPTATION OF JESUS Scripture: Mark 1:12–13 Immediately the Spirit drove Him into the wilderness. And He was there in the wilderness forty days, tempted by Satan, and was with the wild beasts; and the angels ministered to Him. Introduction: Even before Internet pornography, rampant ...read more

Scripture: Mark 1:12-13

Denomination: Baptist

Trials And Temptations Series

Contributed by Kelly Randolph on Feb 17, 2003

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This message encourages believers to understand the nature of trials and their results.

Trials and Temptations: Who¡¦s Responsible? James 1:12-18 We¡¦ve all heard the old saying that the two certainties in life are death and taxes. As accurate as that might be, I¡¦d like to suggest two more certainties ¡V trials and temptations. As soon as we are mature enough to have some idea of ...read more

Scripture: James 1:12-18

Denomination: Baptist

The Day Of Temptation

Contributed by Darrell Jones on Mar 11, 2003

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Several things the Bible records concerning the tactics satan used in the Garden of Eden. He is still at work in the same way.

Intro: I want you to know that the devil’s advice is freely given, it is misleading, it is also contrary to the commands of God, and very sadly it is often taken. To defeat the emeny we must have some understanding of his military strategy, we need to know how he fights. (Ill.) When Cassius Clay ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 3:1-13

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Mountain Of Temptation

Contributed by Anne Robertson on Aug 18, 2003

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The temptations of Jesus show the pattern of our spiritual growth

THE MOUNTAIN OF TEMPTATION TEXT: Matthew 4:1-11 We have a lot of jokes about temptation... “I can resist anything but temptation,” is a common phrase in all circles...religious and non. I think we do that because we’re nervous. We know it’s not just funny, but true, and maybe by making light ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 4:1-11

Denomination: Methodist

Baptism And Temptation Series

Contributed by Chris Hodges on Sep 7, 2003

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To note the importance of baptism and the way to overcome temptation.

The Gospel of Mark #2: Baptism and Temptation Text: Mark 1:9-13 Thesis: To note the importance of baptism and the way to overcome temptation. Introduction: (1) In Mark 1:1-8, John announces the coming of Jesus. (2) Beginning with verse 9, Jesus arrives to begin His earthly ...read more

Scripture: Mark 1:9-13

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Temptation Island Series

Contributed by Michael Deutsch on Nov 11, 2002

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In part 4, we see how God gives us help to not harm others.

First Baptist Church 1 Chronicles 4:9-10 Temptation Island June 16, 2002 Out of the four sermons on the prayer of Jabez, I must admit this has been the most difficult to write. The reason is actually kind of strange. I looked at the NIV, RSV, NKJV, NLT, and the NASB. Unfortunately they didn’t ...read more

Scripture: 1 Chronicles 4:9-10

Denomination: Baptist

Overcoming Temptation

Contributed by Jose Gomez Sr. on Feb 21, 2007

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How to overcome temptation

INTRODUCTION: Jesus is the ultimate Christian We can learn how to overcome anything in life if we pay close attention to His life. By listening to what He says and by watching what He does. The greatest test that we all face as Christians is temptation. After Jesus was baptized, Matthew tells ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 4:1-11

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Temptations Of Christ

Contributed by Revd. Martin Dale on Feb 24, 2007

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And chasing temptation for too long, too far, and too low into enemy territory has caused the downfall of many good people. So how can we avoid it?

DC 25-02-07 Introduction Story: Manfred, Freiherr von Richthofen, the famous German First World War fighter pilot was better known as the Red Baron -because he flew a distinctive a red Fokker aircraft. He shot down more enemy combat planes than any ...read more

Scripture: Luke 4:1-13

Denomination: Anglican

Resisting Temptation Series

Contributed by Guy Glass on Mar 26, 2007

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Temptation is defined as. “something that seduces or has the quality to seduce; the desire to do or have something you know you should avoid; the act of influencing by exciting hope or desire.

NEW THINKING FOR A NEW YEAR Resisting Temptation Genesis 3:1-7 Genesis 3:1-7 Now the serpent was more crafty than any of the wild animals the LORD God had made. He said to the woman, "Did God really say, ’You must not eat from any tree in the garden’?" 2 The woman said to the serpent, "We may eat ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 3:1-7

Denomination: Baptist

Dealing With Temptation

Contributed by Clay Hallmark on May 3, 2006

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Temptation is something that we battle on a daily basis. What is temptation? Temptation is a pivotal moment in time when we have the choice to do right or to do wrong based solely on our own choices. Temptation does not come from God. James tells us in 1:

Temptation is something each of us faces everyday! Temptation is something that we battle on a daily basis. What is temptation? Temptation is a pivotal moment in time when we have the choice to do right or to do wrong based solely on our own choices. Temptation does not come from God. James tells ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 3:1-13

Denomination: Baptist

Temptation Of Jesus

Contributed by Jimmy Chapman on Apr 25, 2008

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Temptation is probably the most familiar experience of the Christian. While some may be tempted more than others, all will be tempted.

THE TEMPTATION OF JESUS Matthew 4:1-11 Temptation is probably the most familiar experience of the Christian. While some may be tempted more than others, all will be tempted. I believe there is a great deal that we can learn from the temptations of Christ as found in Matthew 4 ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 4:1-11

Denomination: Baptist

Fighting Temptation

Contributed by Scott Carroll on Mar 8, 2008

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OVERCOMING TEMPTATION

FIGHTING TEMPTATION I Jn 2:15-17 15 Love not the world, neither the things that are in the world. If any man love the world, the love of the Father is not in him. 16 For all that is in the world, the lust of the flesh, and the lust of the eyes, and the pride of life, is not of the Father, but is ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 2:15-17

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Dogs (Temptation)

Contributed by Spencer Homan on Dec 7, 2007

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This is a sermon that focuses on living a life worthy of our calling.

Philippians 3:1-11 Further, my brothers and sisters, rejoice in the Lord! To write the same things to you is not irksome to me, and is safe for you. Look out for the dogs, look out for the evil-workers, look out for those who mutilate the flesh. For we are the true circumcision, who worship God ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:1-11

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

The Temptation Of Jesus Series

Contributed by David Owens on Nov 2, 2007

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In this sermon we look at the temptations of Jesus and learn how to overcome our own.

Introduction: A. The story is told of a minister who parked his car in a no-parking zone in a large city because he was short of time and couldn’t find a space with a meter. 1. So he put a note under the windshield wiper that read: “I have circled the block 100 times. If I don’t park here, I’ll ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 4:14-16

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Power Of Temptation

Contributed by Mark Roper on Nov 20, 2007

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1. Temptation is a process. 2. Temptation comes from the enemy. 3. Temptation comes in beautiful packages. 4. Temptation hits us where we are weak. 5. Temptation blinds us from reality. 6. Temptation builds us up before knocking us down. 7. Tempta

Power of Temptation Genesis 3:1-12 Historian Shelby Foote tells of a soldier who was wounded at the battle of Shiloh during the American Civil War and was ordered to go to the rear. The fighting was fierce and within minutes he returned to his commanding officer. "Captain, give me a gun!" ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 3:1-12

Denomination: Church Of God

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