Sermons on Temptation And Satan:

Temptation

Contributed by Dr. Abraham Obadare on Sep 26, 2019

Temptation is something we all experience. This writeup will help us examine the meaning and source of temptation. Also, scriptural ways of overcoming it will be provided. May we not fall into temptation in Jesus name.

Temptation is what got us to where we are today in the world - as the first man and woman succumbed to it in the garden of Eden (Genesis 3:1-19). We thank God however, for providing us a way of overcoming. THe way is Jesus Christ. Halleluyah! Do you find yourself struggling with various forms of ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 119:11, 1 Corinthians 10:13, James 1:14-16

Denomination: Pentecostal

Temptation

Contributed by Wayne Lawson on Nov 14, 2016

DO YOU BELIEVE THE DEVIL HAD THE ADACITY TO TEMPT CHRIST? The devil came after Jesus. He had the Guts to come after Jesus – Emmanuel – God with Us. You better believe devil has no problem coming after us and Tempting us

This sermon is not an original thought for key points. Some points used from multiple sources found on Sermon Central. The points have been expanded upon and added too in this manuscript preached at First Baptist Church, Ardmore, OK TITLE: TEMPTATION SCRIPTURE: ST. MATTHEW 4:1 I recall hearing ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 4:1

Denomination: Baptist

The Temptation Series

Contributed by Mark Opseth on Feb 16, 2011

This sermon is a study of temptation and how to overcome it.

[Open Parking Spot] A man decided it was time to shed some excess pounds. He took his new diet seriously, even changing his driving route to avoid his favorite bakery. One morning, however, he arrived at work carrying a gigantic coffeecake. His friends scolded him, but he kept smiling. "This is ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 3:1-6

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

Seeing Satan In Church

Contributed by Matthew Morine on Aug 9, 2006

One, two, three, four, five, six, seven, eight, nine, ten, ready or not, here I come. Satan where are you. Oh, Satan where are you. Some people are looking for Satan in the church.

SEEING SATAN IN CHURCH THEME: BE CAREFUL ABOUT LOOKING FOR SATAN IN THE CHURCH. One, two, three, four, five, six, seven, eight, nine, ten, ready or not, here I come. Satan where are you. Oh, Satan where are you. Some people are looking for Satan in the church. Some people do not ...read more

Scripture: Acts 5:1-11

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Breaking The Powerful Pull Of Temptation

Contributed by Gerry Pratt on Jan 29, 2002

A treatise on how to recognize the devil’s deceptive ways and how to resist these temptations.

This is a message that we can all identify with. A. We are all subject to temptations, on a daily basis. 1. I know that it cuts us to the heart when we give in to those temptations. a. We feel like we have failed God, self, and those around us. 1.) Those who cave in ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 10:13

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Temptations Series

Contributed by Steven Buhr on Jan 25, 2008

Jesus was tempted in three areas, as we are – Lust of the flesh (our body), lust of the eyes (our mind), pride of life (our soul). (1 John 2:16). He faced up to these temptations by knowing the scriptures. If we know our Bible, we can face up to the tempt

January 14, 2007 Facing Temptation – Matthew 4:1-11 Introduction: Temptations. We all have them. We’d like to have that big, beautiful house, that fancy car, the high-paying career, the winning lottery ticket. Those are big temptations. But on a daily basis, we’re faced with things that tempt us ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 4:1-11

Denomination: Baptist

Satan’s Snares Series

Contributed by Jenny Franklin on Aug 20, 2022

Satan uses certain snares to lead us into sin. Let’s look at these devices and find them in the Bible.

********** 1. Lies and Murders Jesus said, “You are of your father the devil, and the lusts of your father you will do. He was a murderer from the beginning, and did not remain in the truth, because there is no truth in him. When he speaks a lie, he speaks of his own: for he is a liar, and the ...read more

Scripture: John 8:44, John 10:10, Genesis 3:2-5, 2 Corinthians 2:11, Luke 4:9-11, 1 Timothy 3:6-7, 1 John 3:7-12, 2 Corinthians 11:13-15, 1 Corinthians 7:5, 2 Corinthians 11:3, Mark 4:14-15  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Baptist

Satan’s Hindrance Series

Contributed by Glenn Pease on Apr 7, 2021

Paul was no pessimist. He was hindered by Satan, but he never sat down and gave up. He didn’t get to do what he wanted, but Paul rejoiced in spite of his frustration because in spite of the hindrance he had perfect confidence that ultimate victory would be his.

Children are constantly coming up with that profound argument that they feel is an infallible guide to what ought to be-“But I wanna.” I remember explaining to Steven one time that we don’t always get to do what we want, and Cindy felt that was good advice. So the next time he was refused and ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 2:17-20

Satan’s Fate Series

Contributed by Jenny Franklin on Dec 22, 2022

The Bible tells us about Satan’s fate in Genesis and through the ancient prophets and the apostles. God assures us that Satan and evil will be defeated.

Satan's Fate 1. Bruised a. After the serpent deceived Eve in the Garden of Eden, the Lord God said to the him, “Because you have done this, you are cursed above all cattle, and above every beast of the field. You will go on your belly, and you will eat dust all the days of your life: And I will ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 3:14-15, Romans 6:20, Revelation 12:4, Revelation 12:7-9, Revelation 13:1-10, Revelation 13:11-18, Revelation 17:12-14, 2 Thessalonians 2:8, Ezekiel 28:16-17, Revelation 19:20, Revelation 20:10, Matthew 25:41, Ezekiel 28:19, Isaiah 14:15-16, 2 Peter 2:4, Isaiah 14:4-11, Mark 9:44, Mark 9:46, Mark 9:48, Romans 10:9  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Baptist

Jerusalem- Jesus' Temptation Series

Contributed by Shawn Drake on May 22, 2023

This is the 21st Sermon in the Series "Biblical Cities- Jerusalem".

Series: Biblical Cities- Jerusalem [#21] JERUSALEM- JESUS’ TEMPTATION Matthew 23:37 Introduction: We are continuing in our Series about the most mentioned City in the Bible- Jerusalem. Matthew 23:37 We studied Jesus at 12 years old; and tonight, we are going to jump to the beginning of ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 23:37, Luke 4:1-14

Denomination: Baptist

Temptation

Contributed by Darrin Fish on Oct 2, 2009

Sin looks appealing to us • When it’s pleasure is dangling on a hook right in front of us, • We have to remind ourselves that the pleasure is only temporary. • And it’s this fact that we have to remember to control our desire. • Have you ever seen

Why does it seem like everything in life is better than what we have? • Webster’s Dictionary tells us that temptation is “the act of enticement to do wrong by the promise of pleasure or gain.” • Isn’t that just like the Devil, getting us to do something wrong by promising us something good? • To ...read more

Scripture: James 1:12-18

Denomination: Christian Church

Temptation

Contributed by Darrin Fish on May 7, 2014

Learning how to deal with tempation

Why does it seem like everything in life is better than what we have? • Webster’s Dictionary tells us that temptation is “the act of enticement to do wrong by the promise of pleasure or gain.” • Isn’t that just like the Devil, getting us to do something wrong ...read more

Scripture: James 1:12-18

Denomination: Christian Church

1 Lose, 1 Win, Your Turn

Contributed by Oliver Wong on Nov 26, 2013

The sermon takes a look at the cosmic struggle between evil and good - between Satan and Eve (and Adam) (Round 1), Satan and Jesus (Round 2), and finally Round 3...Satan vs. YOU... Special attention is paid on 1 John 2:15-17 concerning Satan's 3 weapons.

Think of Satan… What comes to your mind immediately? Did an image of an angry-looking red being holding a pitch fork come to your mind? Or maybe you see a plump guy with horns and a fanatical smirk on his face? Whatever it is, we have to ask ourselves: Is our mental picture of Satan fuelled ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 2:15-17

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Temptation Of Human Jesus

Contributed by John Bright on Jan 16, 2021

Preaching through the Gospel of Luke - this sermon explores the Temptation of Jesus and what it shows us about the full humanity of Jesus Christ

“Temptation of Human Jesus” Luke 4:1-13 A sermon for 1/17/21 Pastor John Bright Luke 4 “1 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 in those days He ate nothing, and ...read more

Scripture: Luke 4:1-13, John 8:44

Denomination: Methodist

What Is Lent? (Temptation)

Contributed by Spencer Homan on Dec 11, 2007

A sermon that focuses on temptation while dealing with the questions of "What is Lent all about?"

Luke 4:1-13 And Jesus, full of the Holy Spirit, returned from the Jordan, and was led by the Spirit for forty days in the wilderness, tempted by the devil. And he ate nothing in those days; and when they were ended, he was hungry. The devil said to him, “If you are the Son of God, command this ...read more

Scripture: Luke 4:1-13

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed