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  • David Dailey avatar

    Not Long

    Contributed by David Dailey on Feb 7, 2003
    based on 15 ratings
     | 4,991 views

    How a gentle breeze of temptation can suddenly turn into a storm

    Acts 27:10-15. We find Paul speaking to the men in charge and speaking a warning. You know I believe Paul was speaking by unction of the Spirit and not just his opinion, but we find that the Centurion rejected his advice. He didn’t listen to the preacher. He believed the master and the owner of ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Jesus' Ministry Begins Series

    Contributed by Charles Salmon on Jan 11, 2002
    based on 59 ratings
     | 6,877 views

    Highlights beginning of Jesus’ public ministry; baptism, anointing, temptation

    Jesus Ministry Begins Mark 1:9-13 INTRO.: The beginning of the public life of Jesus is very briefly recorded by Mark, who is characterized by an economy of words. It was time of religious awakening. Mark quickly tells us of the ministry of John the Baptist as predicted by Malachi and described ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Russ Adams avatar

    America The Good

    Contributed by Russ Adams on Jul 3, 2013
     | 3,236 views

    We must resist three temptations for America to remain good.

    America the Good Joshua 24:11-15 Joshua 24:11-15 11 “‘Then you crossed the Jordan and came to Jericho. The citizens of Jericho fought against you, as did also the Amorites, Perizzites, Canaanites, Hittites, Girgashites, Hivites and Jebusites, but I gave them into your hands. 12 I sent ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    The Glorious Battle Begins In The Desert

    Contributed by Joel Pankow on Feb 27, 2020
     | 5,993 views

    Jesus is led into the desert to conquer Satan's temptations.

    3.1.20 Matthew 4:1-11 Then Jesus was led by the Spirit into the desert to be tempted by the devil. 2 After fasting forty days and forty nights, he was hungry. 3 The tempter came to him and said, “If you are the Son of God, tell these stones to become bread.” 4 Jesus answered, “It is written: ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    Overcoming Triumphantly

    Contributed by Jerry Cosper on Dec 31, 2019
     | 3,584 views

    Instructions about how to overcome and conquer temptations to do wrong.

    As we face the trials and temptations in this life, we are all too often finding ourselves yielding and doing wrong. So, in this passage tonight, James is giving us some instructions about how to overcome and conquer these temptations. But before we can conquer temptations and trials, we have to ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Keep Your Footing PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Mar 2, 2024
    based on 3 ratings
     | 771 views

    This sermon explores the themes of faith, doubt, and perseverance in the face of temptation.

    Good morning, beloved. Gathered here today, we find ourselves on the threshold of a new week, a new dawn, and a fresh opportunity to bask in the divine wisdom of our Lord. We are united in our shared faith, our shared hope, and our shared pursuit of understanding. And as we come together in the ...read more

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  • Chuck Gohn avatar

    Choose Life

    Contributed by Chuck Gohn on Jul 16, 2022
     | 3,277 views

    This sermon addresses Mose's encouragement to the people as they prepare to enter into the promised land, and how it is a reminder to all Christians when faced with various temptations to make life giving choices.

    Good morning. Does anybody remember this game of Life? It is a game that basically simulates life. All the choices you have to make in life. Remember the first choice you have to make in the Game of Life? College or career. That is the first choice. Then you go on and make choices whether ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Church

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    Triple Threat

    Contributed by Alison Bucklin on Aug 22, 2023
     | 1,336 views

    We have exactly the same weapons against temptation that Jesus used against Satan in the wilderness.

    How many of you remember your first day at school, or your first day at a new job? You usually get some kind of orientation, don’t you. At that new job, maybe you spent the morning in the human resources signing benefits papers and getting company policies explained to you, maybe you get led ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    To Hear The Truth Series

    Contributed by Tim George on Feb 14, 2001
    based on 79 ratings
     | 5,574 views

    In our trials and temptations we often yell for help in many ways but the question is, will we listen to the One who can help us in our times of trial and temptation?

    "Every good gift and every perfect gift is from above, and comes down from the Father of lights, with whom there is no variation or shadow of turning. Of His own will He brought us forth by the word of truth, that we might be a kind of firstfruits of His creatures. So then, my beloved brethren, let ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Two Brothers - So Different Series

    Contributed by Scott Maze on May 24, 2021
     | 2,457 views

    Have you witnessed two brothers or sisters, who were so different in their personality, you wondered, “How could these two people come from the genetic pool?” Today, I want you to see two brothers who were very different from each other.

    When we consider famous brothers… … some famous brothers come to mind… 1) Wilbur and Orville Wright ushered in the era of flight; 2) The Brothers Grimm, Wilhelm and Jacob, popularized fairy tales such as “Snow White,” “Cinderella,” and “Sleeping Beauty”; 3) Outlaws Frank and Jesse James; 4) The ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Devil Made Me Do It

    Contributed by Mike Dubose on Feb 19, 2002
    based on 105 ratings
     | 12,767 views

    A time of testing and proving ourselves. A message dealing with temptations using the example of Jesus in the wilderness.

    The Devil Made Me Do It Matthew 4: 1-11 February 17, 2002 As we begin the season of Lent, we begin a journey that takes us through the life of our Savior, Jesus Christ… Over the next several weeks, we will be exploring the gospels of John & Matthew, as they lead us down the road to ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

  • Oliver Wong avatar

    1 Lose, 1 Win, Your Turn

    Contributed by Oliver Wong on Nov 26, 2013
    based on 4 ratings
     | 7,493 views

    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

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    God's Body Series

    Contributed by C. Philip Green on Jun 2, 2022
     | 2,209 views

    Don’t give yourself to sexual immorality. Instead, give yourself to God, the Father, God, the Son, and God, the Holy Spirit.

    A little girl was talking to her grandmother. She asked, “Grandma, how old are you?” The grandmother replied, “Now dear, you shouldn’t ask people that question. Most grown-ups don’t like to tell their age.” The following day, the girl had another question. “Grandma, how much do you ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical Free

  • Charles Salmon avatar

    Flee, Follow, Fight

    Contributed by Charles Salmon on Jul 30, 2002
    based on 68 ratings
     | 14,451 views

    The Christian must flee from sin and temptation, follow after righteousness and fight the good fight of the faith.

    Flee, Follow, Fight I Tim. 6:11, 12 INTRO.: You may remember the classic movie and TV series "The Fugitive." Dr. Richard Kimball, played by David Jannsen, falsely accused of murdering his wife, is forced to flee capture by a relentless police lieutenant as he follows lead after lead in pursuit of ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Base Ten Series

    Contributed by Alison Bucklin on Dec 2, 2000
    based on 93 ratings
     | 5,791 views

    Introduction to Sermon Series on the 10 Commandments: Why God gave them, what they say about God, what they say about people.

    How many of you like murder mysteries? It’s one of the most popular genres around. I myself have been a major fan of murder mysteries for years. I excuse the habit because Dorothy Sayers approved of them (She not only wrote the Lord Peter Wimsey mystery stores but was also a rather brilliant ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed