Sermons on Temptation Causes:

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

The Temptations Series

Contributed by Denis O'callaghan Ph.d. ,th.d., D.d., D. Phil. on Sep 21, 2012

Suprise! Jesus was not a Christian!

Jesus is not a Christian (Part 8 of What Jesus meant) , What Jesus was, was not nor is not what people claim HIM to be. He was a radical taught perhaps by the Essenes in the desert, [ Note: We are told that after the Temple incident where He was found teaching in the Temple ( And it came to ...read more

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Temptation Series

Contributed by D Marion Clark on Oct 3, 2012

How temptation comes and how to withstand it.

Introduction Have you ever been in this situation? Parents do this a lot; teachers, coaches also revert to it. Someone wants to tell you a story. As you are listening, you start to grow uncomfortable as you realize there is a moral to the story which is about to be applied to you. Paul is ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 10:6-13

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Temptations? Series

Contributed by Paul Clemente on Sep 28, 2015

How do we deal with temptations which always creep into our lives?

We continue our study of the Letter by James in the New Testament. Last week we noted that no matter who that James was, God spoke though him. All Scripture is God-breathed and is useful for teaching, rebuking, correcting and training in righteousness… 2 Timothy 3:16! We worship with God’s Word and ...read more

Scripture: James 1:13-18

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Temptation

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Feb 24, 2020

Life is filled with trials and temptations. Sometimes we fail. Jesus was also faced with great tests, but he succeeded. Let’s learn how Jesus battled temptations and won. Let’s look at the testing of Christ in Matthew 4:1-11.

Life is filled with trials and temptations. Sometimes we fail. Jesus was also faced with great tests, but he succeeded. Let’s learn how Jesus battled temptations and won. Let’s look at the testing of Christ in Matthew 4:1-11. Led by the Spirit Matthew 4:1-2 1 Then Jesus was led by the Spirit into ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 4:1-11

Denomination: Baptist

Temptation

Contributed by Gaither Bailey on Mar 21, 2019

What is a correct, Biblical reaction to temptation?

Tempted Luke 4: 1 – 13 Intro: A young newly-wed was sitting at his desk paying bills when he came to the credit card statement. As he scanned through the charges he noticed a charge of $250 from a department store. He called for his wife to join him. He asked her, “How could you spend $250 at ...read more

Scripture: Luke 4:1-13

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Temptation

Contributed by Clay Ledford on Aug 24, 2018

We all face temptations. We need to know how to deal with them and Jesus shows ys.

Temptations. Luke 4:1 – 13. Temptation + Opportunity = Trouble. Example: Krispy Kreme’s Hot and Now sign. I love Krispy Kreme Donuts. My town doesn’t have one but a neighboring one does. When I want a donut I have the temptation, but if I am at home I do not have the opportunity. When I go to ...read more

Scripture: Luke 4:1-13, Hebrews 4:15-16

Denomination: Baptist

Temptation Series

Contributed by John Oscar on Aug 29, 2022

This message is from the Sermon Central Series, "From the Ashes" and is heavily edited for use in our church.

Temptation From the Ashes Series Week 1 – Temptation Scripture: Matthew 4:1-11, James 4:7-10, 1 Corinthians 10:13, 1 Timothy 6:9, Hebrews 2:18 and 4:12, James 1:2-3 Opening idea- chocolate on the seats Introduction Today we begin a 6-week sermon series called From the Ashes. It’s going to be ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 4:1-11

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Temptation

Contributed by Ken Henson on Aug 7, 2012

Many battles are won in our minds! Temptations are first overcome in our minds because that is where the battle is and that is where the victory also is. Hiding God’s Word in our hearts is a great weapon to fight temptations.

Matthew 4:1-17 ILLUSTRATION: My wife is a consummate shopper and she once saw this cart with variety of rugs being sold near our home. When she asked how much it was, the guy said, Rs. 17,000/-. She managed to bargain and bring the price down and she got the rug. Later another day, the same ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 4:1-17

Denomination: *other

Temptation Youth Sermon

Contributed by Youth Sermons on Oct 3, 2023

We all face temptation, but through understanding our identity in Christ, trusting in God's provision, exercising wisdom, and using scripture, we can overcome it.

Imagine you're playing a video game. You're on a mission, but there are obstacles and enemies trying to stop you. That's kind of like life, right? We're on a mission to live for God, but there's this thing called temptation that tries to trip us up. Let's see how Jesus beat temptation and how we ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 4:1-11

Topics: Self-Control, Spiritual Growth, Moral Strength, Inner Discipline

Temptation PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Jan 15, 2024

This sermon explores the universal experience of temptation, emphasizing its role in testing faith and refining character, and the power of God's Word to overcome it.

Good morning, we gather here today, nestled in the warm embrace of fellowship and faith, to engage with a topic that touches us all – temptation. This is not a subject reserved for the few or the fallen; it is a universal experience, an inevitable encounter on the road of life. Yet, it is not a ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 4:1-10

Topics: Temptation

Temptation PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Jan 23, 2024

This sermon emphasizes the importance of living by the Bible, resisting temptation, and maintaining hope, humility, and faith in our Christian journey.

Welcome, beloved, to this gathering of hearts and minds united in faith and the love of our Lord Jesus Christ. We find ourselves here, not by mere chance or circumstance, but by the divine orchestration of our Heavenly Father who has a word for each of us today. A word that is as timeless as it is ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 6:24-29, Matthew 5:28, Matthew 26:41, 1 Corinthians 10:13

Topics: Fighting Temptation, Satan

The Source Of Our Temptation Series

Contributed by Daniel Teberian on Mar 12, 2023

What causes us to be tempted? Where do we get our desire to do that which the Lord has commanded us not to do? James explains the way we are tempted, where our temptation comes from, and where our temptation leads us.

Let no one say when he is tempted, “I am being tempted by God,” for God cannot be tempted with evil, and he himself tempts no one. But each person is tempted when he is lured and enticed by his own desire. Then desire when it has conceived gives birth to sin, and sin when it is fully grown brings ...read more

Scripture: James 1:13-15, Leviticus 4:2-3, Leviticus 4:22-23, Leviticus 4:27-28, Romans 6:23, Matthew 12:34  (view more)  (view less)

The Cause Of The Church Is Christ. The Cause Of Christ Is The Church.

Contributed by Pete Katz on Sep 14, 2009

Jesus’ operating system while He was on earth, as He personally professed in John 10:10.

The Cause of the Church is Christ. The Cause of Christ is The Church. I remember a story I read from the newspaper several years ago. It was about a Japanese straggler found in the Philippines. Let me read the article for you: “2nd Lt. Hiroo Onoda is a Japanese straggler who lived in the Jungle ...read more

Scripture: John 10:10

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

What Causes Backsliding? Series

Contributed by David Johnston on Apr 28, 2007

We look at several things that causes backsliding in the church world today.

2 Peter 3:17 Ye therefore, beloved, seeing ye know these things before, beware lest ye also, being led away with the error of the wicked, fall from your own stedfastness. What causes Backsliding? 1. Looking on forbidden things This stirs up strong and unlawful desires. This weakens the will, and ...read more

Scripture: 2 Peter 3:17

Denomination: Pentecostal