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  • GUY GLASS avatar

    Lessons For The Materializing Church -- Part 3 Series

    Contributed by Guy Glass on Feb 11, 2010
     | 3,413 views

    as we proceed in our study of the book of James, we come to a section here in Chapter 1, verses 12 through 15 where James gives us some simple truth. Truth about trials and truth about temptations. James looks at the origins of both, the results of both

    THE BOOK OF JAMES LESSONS FOR THE MATERIALIZING CHURCH -- PART 3 James 1:12-15 – TEMPTATIONS James 1:1-7, 12-15 James, a servant of God and of the Lord Jesus Christ, To the twelve tribes scattered among the nations: Greetings. 2 Consider it pure joy, my brothers, whenever you face trials of ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    How Jesus Overcame The Temptations Of The Devil

    Contributed by Gordon Mcculloch on Feb 23, 2015
     | 4,745 views

    How Jesus transcended the “if” / “then” logic of the Satan’s temptation. Jesus was human like us, but he knew how to overcome, and he teaches us. Please read on and be blessed!!!

    This sermon was delivered to St Oswald’s in Maybole, Ayrshire, Scotland on the 22nd February 2015; (St Oswald’s is a Scottish Episcopal Church in the Dioceses of Glasgow and Dumfries). “Please be seated, and join me in a short prayer.” Let the words of my mouth, and the ...read more

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    Denomination: Episcopal

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    What's So Great About Temptation? Series

    Contributed by Andy Atkins on Jan 10, 2001
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     | 5,388 views

    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

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Temptation, Sin, And Consequences (Pt. 2) Series

    Contributed by David Owens on May 26, 2009
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     | 6,806 views

    Nathan confronts David. David repents, is forgiven, but must still face the earthly consequences of his sin.

    Introduction: A. The story is told of a young child at a Catholic school who went to confession. 1. Because the younger children at the parochial school often forgot their sins when they entered the confessional, the teachers would have the students write down a list of their sins. 2. As the boy ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Cpr For A Healthy Walk Part 11 Series

    Contributed by David Welch on Jun 5, 2018
     | 3,394 views

    This is message 11 exploring the basics of the Christian life. This message continues discussion of element three resolutely restoring righteousness and resisting evil. Specifically Refuse conformity with the world.

    “This World Is Not My Home” I. Continually cultivate a dynamic relationship with God. II. Persistently Pursue, develop and maintain meaningful community with the body of Christ. III. Resolutely restore righteousness and Resist the world the flesh and the devil A. Renew and purify Your heart ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

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    Temptation, Sin, And Consequences (Part 1) Series

    Contributed by David Owens on May 19, 2009
    based on 4 ratings
     | 7,375 views

    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

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Loving, Living And Leading God's People PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 27, 2023
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     | 906 views

    The importance of loving God's people, living in God's will, and leading God's flock with humility, as we understand God's love for us and resist the devil's temptations.

    Good morning, family! We're gonna dive head first into God's word today, focusing our hearts and minds on the beautiful truth found in 1 Peter 5:4-10 and Romans 5:8. As we explore these scriptures, we'll be talking about loving God's people, living in God's will, and leading God's flock - three L's ...read more

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    Church Is Habitual PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 27, 2025
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     | 82 views

    Trusting God in trials, resisting temptation, and living out our faith through obedient action shapes us into Christlike people who impact the world.

    Some weeks feel like a head-on collision with life, don’t they? The calendar crowds you. The headlines haunt you. The phone rings and your heart sinks—another bill, another doctor’s report, another hard conversation. In moments like these, James steps into our living room with a calm, steady voice ...read more

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    Playing With Fire

    Contributed by Stephen E. Trail on Oct 12, 2011
     | 6,397 views

    Dealing with temptation

    "Playing with Fire" Proverbs 6:20-35 Proverbs 6:27 "Can a man take fire in his bosom and his clothes not be burned?" I. The Risky Behavior -- v. 28 a. Behavior that clearly violates Biblical principle- "It is never right to do wrong." Always be aware that all of our behavior is in full ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Three Temptations For Three Needs Overcome With Three Answers From Jesus

    Contributed by Paul Fritz on Jul 20, 2010
    based on 16 ratings
     | 18,653 views

    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

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Encountering Jesus Series

    Contributed by Patrick O'loughlin on May 16, 2011
    based on 1 rating
     | 6,102 views

    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

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    The Battle Is On! Series

    Contributed by Steve Malone on Feb 24, 2022
    based on 1 rating
     | 4,452 views

    A message about the temptations of Jesus.

    The Battle Is On! Matthew 4:1-11 Good morning MGCC… OKAY – we are in week six of our study of Matthew’s Gospel, “The King and His Kingdom” our text in Matthew 4:1-11 LET’S – get to it. Matthew 4:1ff Then (after His baptism in the Jordan River by John the Baptist) Jesus was led by the Spirit ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    "Tempation"

    Contributed by Gerald Roberts on Feb 12, 2016
     | 3,516 views

    The sermon helps us to deal with temptation with the truth of Gods word that's how Jesus overcame the temptations of Satan in the wilderness.

    Temptation Luke 4:1-13 1. Jesus is tempted by Satan 1Jesus was led by the Spirit in the desert, 2where for forty days he was tempted by the devil. He ate nothing during those days • So, what is temptation? Some people see Temptation as ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    Overcoming Opposition Series

    Contributed by Brad Bailey on Aug 10, 2021
     | 4,365 views

    Overcoming Opposition Series: When It’s Time to Move FORWARD Brad Bailey, May 23, 2021

    Overcoming Opposition Series: When It’s Time to Move FORWARD Brad Bailey, May 23, 2021 Intro My added welcome to you. I am so glad we can have this time to allow God to lead us through this season. In all of my years as a pastor... this is without a doubt the most unique season of leading lives I ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Your Enemy The devil Series

    Contributed by Brad Beaman on Feb 24, 2022
     | 4,625 views

    We are not fighting in spiritual warfare so that Christ may ultimately win. Christ already won. The victory came on resurrection morning. You can triumph over your enemy the devil because Jesus triumphed.

    When I was a senior in high school I played on an undefeated football team. Our first three games we outscored our opponents 130-0. But we had to be careful. When the game went on to the fourth quarter the other team knew they could not win. That’s when cheap shots were common. The losing team was ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist