Sermons on Temptation Sex:

A Clear Conscience

Contributed by Paul Robinson on Sep 15, 2022

Webster’s Dictionary defines the conscience as “an inner feeling or voice viewed as acting as a guide to the rightness or wrongness of one’s behavior.” The conscience is something God has given every person--an alarm that sounds inside you, which often leads to feelings of guilt or shame.

Three Kinds of Conscience: 1. A Clear Conscience — the alarm is working properly Acts 23:1, “And Paul, earnestly beholding the council, said, Men and brethren, I have lived in all good conscience before God until this day.” Acts 24:16, “And herein do I exercise myself, to have always a ...read more

Scripture: Acts 24:10-16

Denomination: Baptist

Run To God Series

Contributed by John Dobbs on Sep 15, 2022

No one would think Joseph was a lucky guy. He was victimized, enslaved, harassed, accused, incarcerated - but he remained committed to God every step of the way - and that saw him through.

Run To God Genesis 39:1-23 Introduction We are observing Recovery month and have been looking at some Bible Heroes who got a lot of things right but also had some recovering to do when they didn’t. Noah taught us to Believe, Obey, Abide, Trust God. Abraham taught us to Hear God’s call to ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Get Ready To Run

Contributed by Paul Robinson on Sep 30, 2022

Running your race is a very common analogy for the Christian life, but that's not the kind of running I'm talking about today. I'm talking about running for your life!

How many of you like to run? Running is very good for your body, it keeps your blood circulating, it keeps you in shape, and you’ll see people out running at the park, in your neighborhood, and certainly at the gym. Some people love running so much that they’ll join a marathon, which is more than ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 2:22

Denomination: Baptist

The Deadly Progression Of Sin Series

Contributed by Jon Daniels on Oct 3, 2022

Based on James 1:12-18 - Challenges hearers to stand strong in the face of temptation.

“THE DEADLY PROGRESSION OF SIN” James 1:12-15 FBCF – 10/2/22 Jon Daniels INTRO – Video – All of us feel that way sometimes. Find ourselves constantly being rocked w/ temptations from every direction. Let’s talk about that today. EXPLANATION – James 1:12-18 Sometimes we feel that we need to ...read more

Scripture: James 1:12-18

Denomination: Baptist

Following Jesus, Even Through Trials And Tests Series

Contributed by Jonathan Spurlock on Oct 28, 2022

James, the half-brother of the Lord Jesus, knew about trials and tests. His words to believers of his day are just as true for us of these days, too. In a sentence, he'd say "Endure the test and receive a reward".

Full disclosure: this is edited from a message preached at First Baptist Church, Chamois, MO in August 2022 Introduction: Many of us think following Jesus is going to be a walk in the park, so to speak, but that isn’t always true. Certainly, as He promised, He’s there with us, but trials and tests ...read more

Scripture: James 1:2-12

Denomination: Baptist

Passing The Test Series

Contributed by Chris Swanson on Nov 3, 2022

We all have faced and will face many tests. How we manage those tests depends on us.

We all have faced and will face many tests. How we manage those tests depends on us. Some tests we study for, as in academic. As believers, we should be studying our Bibles continually, which means we are to read it. Some tests we prepare for, as in medical tests. These we do not study for but ...read more

Scripture: James 1:1-6

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Have We Passed The Test? Series

Contributed by Chris Swanson on Nov 3, 2022

We all have faced a test of some type in our life and no doubt we will face many more tests.

We all have faced a test of some type in our life and no doubt we will face many more tests. How we manage those tests depends on our individual character. There are some tests that we can study for, as in an academic test (school). As Christians, we should be reading our Bibles continually, which ...read more

Scripture: James 1:1-6

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Prayer Of Jabez - Keep Me From Evil Series

Contributed by Edward Hardee on Nov 22, 2022

Jabez prayed about God's blessings and territory. He knew that God must Keep him from Evil.

Title: Prayer of Jabez – Keep Me from Evil Theme: Text: 1 Chronicles 4:9 – 10 Note Resource used from Tom Blevins on Keep Me From Evil sermon - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yC6vHLU377Y Introduction For the last few weeks we have been looking at this prayer here in 1 Chronicles 4:9-10. It is a ...read more

Scripture: 1 Chronicles 4:9-10

Denomination: Church Of God

If You Fall Then Get Up

Contributed by Chris Swanson on Nov 27, 2022

What is a person to do when they fall down? Does he or she stay down, or does the person get back up?

The genuine soul falls as an explorer may do, by faltering at some stone in his way; however, he gets up, and goes on his way with more consideration and speed. The writer might be utilizing “falls” not in the feeling of falling into transgression, yet in the feeling of being overpowered by ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 24:16

Denomination: Independent/Bible

What Am I To Do?

Contributed by Chris Swanson on Dec 20, 2022

We are suffocating in an ocean of pollution. Wherever we look we discover the compulsion to have sullied existences. There are temptations all around us that can lead us astray. The world can put a stain on our Christian hearts and our lives.

We are suffocating in an ocean of pollution. Wherever we look we discover the compulsion to have sullied existences. There are temptations all around us that can lead us astray. The world can put a stain on our Christian hearts and our lives. The Bible is one subject that, in my opinion, that ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 119:9-16

Denomination: Independent/Bible

The Path To Perfection: Mature Views Series

Contributed by Dana Chau on Aug 5, 2025

What is one trial or temptation you are facing? What if you could have mature views of them that would help you better understand as well as navigate trials and temptations? We invite you to listen and learn how to be built by, instead of broken by, these circumstances!

(If you feel this sermon is helpful, you are welcome to visit https://danachau.thinkific.com/ for a free online course.) The Path to Perfection: Mature views James 1:12-18 We continue our study in the letter from James. This series is titled The Path to Perfection. Perfection here is referring ...read more

Scripture: James 1:12-18

Denomination: *other

Tempted To Test God

Contributed by Jerry Cosper on Aug 9, 2023

God puts us through tests at times to strengthen our faith. But have you ever been tempted to test God?

A few weeks ago we talked about how God puts us through tests at times to strengthen our faith. But have you ever been tempted to test God? I came across this story about a little boy that tested God. It was on the first day of elementary school. New central air conditioning units had finally ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 4:5-7, Deuteronomy 6:16-23, Matthew 6:24-25

Denomination: Baptist

Take A Stand

Contributed by Don Campbell on Jun 28, 2024

Satan has many schemes for capturing the souls of the unsuspecting, but clothed in the armor of God, we can stand against him.

TAKING A STAND Ephesians 6:10-13 INTRODUCTION A. Satan has many schemes for capturing the souls of the unsuspecting, but clothed in the armor of God, we can stand against him. B. There can be no neutrality (Matt 12:30). B. In taking our stand, there are things we must stand against, but ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 12:30, 1 Peter 3:20, Jude 1:3

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Deal With The Door.

Contributed by Howard Strickland on Jul 10, 2024

How do you deal with temptation? You resist it. Yes, that’s true but how? Deal with the door; Don't even go there!

Deal With The Door. James 1:12-15NLT How do you deal with temptation? You resist it. Yes, that’s true but how? James the half brother of Jesus, wrote the Epistle of James, he introduces himself not as the brother of Jesus or the leader of the church in Jerusalem for over 14 years, but as ...read more

Scripture: James 1:12-15, Proverbs 5:1-8

Denomination: Pentecostal

Glow In The Dark: No Room For Darkness Series

Contributed by James Chandler on Jul 23, 2024

This is the third in a series, based on the Series Kit offered by Sermon Central. I have used the graphics, media, and sermon titles, adding my own content and application.

Today: There is no room for darkness in the life of a Christian. Spiritually speaking, you cannot expect God's blessing in your life, you cannot expect to grow closer to Jesus if you are feeding on the junk of the world. "No one lights a lamp and puts it in a place where it will be ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 2:16, Matthew 28:18-20

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ