Sermons about Sexual Temptation

Walk In Love Series

Contributed by Matthew Kratz on Aug 2, 2015

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1) The Plea (Ephesians 5:1–2a), 2) The Pattern (Ephesians 5:2b), 3) The Perversion (Ephesians 5:3–4)

The world claims to want love, and love is advocated and praised from every corner. Romantic love especially is touted. Songs, novels, movies, and television serials continually exploit emotional, lustful desire as if it were genuine love. Questing for and fantasizing about the “perfect ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:1-7

Denomination: Other

The "L" Word Series

Contributed by Allen James on Mar 8, 2010

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The third message in a 7-Part Series, Shift - A New Way of Thinking. Today's challenging message from Matthew 5:27-30 explores Jesus' thoughts on lust.

Introduction As a church one of our values is a commitment to Strong Spiritual Families… We desire to encourage & equip marriages & families to grow together spiritually. Anytime we explore a passage like the one before us we must begin with God’s Ideal… I. Subject is ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:27-30

Denomination: Baptist

The Marriage Dilemma

Contributed by Don Campbell on Jul 1, 2023

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We often talk about the divorce dilemma, but we don't have divorces until we have marriage dilemma.

THE MARRIAGE DILEMMA Introduction A. It is reported that the divorce rate has hit a 50-year low. However, the marriage rate fell by 60% over the same period, so statistics are not helpful. B. The church has not escaped the divorce dilemma, but we don’t have divorce dilemmas until we ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 19:1-8

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

It's Only Physical Series

Contributed by Andy Stanley on Sep 18, 2009

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This is the fourth in a series of messages about the impact of the "unseen" world on this world. This sermon focuses on sexuality and the biblical definition of oneness and intimacy.

Get the logos, graphics, and videos Andy used to preach this message. Visit www.andystanleysermons.org. I spent 15 years or so talking to high school students. That’s how I got my start in ministry. So, I talked about sex a lot. I talked about it as much as I possibly could. One of my favorite ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 6:18-20

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

How To Pass The Tests Of Life

Contributed by Adrian Rogers on Aug 30, 2011

based on 14 ratings

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Introduction Turn to James chapter 1.

Introduction Turn to James chapter 1. And, we’re beginning a new study now through the Book of James: “Practical Christianity—Religion in Shoe Leather.” And, we’re going to preach right on through the Book of James, God willing, Sunday mornings and Sunday nights. So, ...read more

Scripture: James 1:1-4

Denomination: Baptist

God's Protection Through Prayer Part I Series

Contributed by David Scudder on Oct 16, 2011

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The Bible tells us to pray without ceasing; (1 Thessalonians 5:17 NAU), but how is that possible? We have been learning how to do that here in this model prayer that Jesus gave us. The six requests that Jesus lists here should keep us busy praying.

Purpose: To alert us to our vulnerability to Satan's attacks. Aim: I want the listener to see the importance of avoiding sin by relying on God's strength. INTRODUCTION: The Bible tells us to pray without ceasing; (1 Thessalonians 5:17 NAU), but how is that possible? We have been learning how to ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:13

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Three Temptations For Three Needs Overcome With Three Answers From Jesus

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Jul 20, 2010

based on 16 ratings

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The Lord Jesus shows how to overcome temptations before they derail, degrade and disappoint us.

Three Temptations for Three Needs Overcome By Three Answers from Jesus (Matt. 4:1-11) Most people forget that it is not a sin to be tempted but to yield to temptations. Remember temptations are merely opportunities to sin, but God always provides a way of escape so that we can handle any ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 4:1-11

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Led By The Spirit, Still Tempted

Contributed by Betty Johnson on Sep 22, 2008

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We can repent and believe, but we will never grow if we don’t overcome temptation by God’s Word.

Lead by the Spirit - still tempted Scripture: Matthew 4:1-17 As we start our message this morning, I want you to look at Matthew 3, verse 2. “John said, ‘Change your hearts and lives because the kingdom of heaven is near.’” Jesus’ first message as he began his preaching ministry was the same. ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 4:1-17

Denomination: Wesleyan

"Wild Things"

Contributed by J. Curtis Goforth, O.s.l. on Feb 27, 2009

based on 4 ratings

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This sermon is based on Mark 1:13, the story of Jesus’ temptation in the wilderness with Satan and the wild beasts. It examines the wild beasts of temptation in our lives and how Jesus gives us the power to overcome them. (The First Sunday in Lent-Year

"Wild Things" Sermon on Mark 1:9-15 Lent 1-B March 1, 2009 The Rev. J. Curtis Goforth, O.S.L. 9In those days Jesus came from Nazareth of Galilee and was baptized by John in the Jordan. 10And just as he was coming up out of the water, he saw the heavens torn apart and the Spirit descending like ...read more

Scripture: Mark 1:9-15

Denomination: United Methodist

What Did Jesus Do About Temptation? Series

Contributed by Warner Pidgeon on Feb 28, 2009

based on 19 ratings

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Jesus was tempted but did not sin. His relationship with God, fuelled by his love for scripture was a key ingredient. This sermon looks at 3 things that can help us deal with temptation.

What did Jesus do about temptation? Today’s question is ‘What did Jesus do about temptation? If an advert on the television is to be believed then temptation truly comes in the form of cakes or chocolate in the fridge; but of course temptation comes in many shapes and sizes, such as the story of ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 4:1-11

Denomination: Anglican

Rocks & Rolls

Contributed by Rodney Buchanan on Mar 13, 2011

based on 9 ratings

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Was Jesus really tempted? Was it possible for him to sin? Did he have free will?

Many people encounter a dilemma when they think of the idea of Jesus being tempted. They question whether Jesus was really tempted. Did he feel temptation the way we do? Could he have given in to temptation? Was it possible for him to sin? The Bible gives a pretty clear answer when it says, ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 4:1-11

Denomination: Methodist

Look For The Hook Series

Contributed by Dr. Jerry N. Watts on Jun 13, 2010

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Having taken the title from a message that I heard over 20 years ago, this message teaches about the ’hook’ of temptation.

How to Do Life Look For the Hook James 1:13-16 * Fishing is a fun sport and I really like it. Dad has a catfish pond and almost every time we go home, I wet a hook. However, do you know what I’ve discovered about those fish? They’re fickled. The bait that they ‘tear up’ one day will not even be ...read more

Scripture: James 1:13-16

Denomination: Baptist

Encountering Jesus Series

Contributed by Patrick O'loughlin on May 16, 2011

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Part 3 of a series where we are focusing on encountering Jesus and the lessons we can learn from those who encountered Jesus in the Bible. This one is on the lessons we learn from the devil's encounter with Jesus.

Topic: Encountering Jesus Text: Matthew 4-1-11 Introduction •We are in our 3rd week of a new sermon series called Encountering Jesus •From this series we are learning valuable lessons from different Bible Characters who encountered Jesus Recap •The first week we looked at the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 4:1-11

Denomination: Assembly Of God

"Dueling With The Devil"

Contributed by Ken Sauer on Mar 10, 2011

based on 5 ratings

| 4,030 views

a sermon about overcoming temptation.

Matthew 4:1-11 “Dueling with the Devil” By: Ken Sauer, Pastor of East Ridge United Methodist Church, Chattanooga, TN www.eastridgeumc.com Immediately after Jesus is baptized, He is compelled by the Spirit of God into the desert or wilderness. The wilderness is a metaphor for the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 4:1-11

Denomination: United Methodist

Your Adversary The Devil? Again?

Contributed by Clarence Eisberg on Feb 13, 2013

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This sermon is for the text Luke 4, the Temptation of Jesus, Lent I Jesus is tempted constantly to deny his mission. ((Matt. 1:21) The key is Luke's phrase: "until an opportune time" the same remains for us. some illustrations are from Leonard Sweet and

In Jesus Holy Name February 17, 2013 Luke 4:1-13 Lent I “Your Adversary the Devil, Again?” When I was a boy, I was told, "Baptists don't do Lent." No one knew why. I suspect that it was an anti-Catholic thing which I pray we are over. It was the old argument, ...read more

Scripture: Luke 4:1-13

Denomination: Lutheran

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