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  • Dr. Gale A. Ragan-Reid avatar

    On Point, Iii Series

    Contributed by Dr. Gale A. Ragan-Reid on Sep 25, 2015
     | 3,439 views

    Christ delivered man out of death to the promise of the gift of eternal life yet man thinking he is in the perfection of God's love, sins. However, to sin is an everyday reality of truth---a reality of faith. Truly, temptations----works of the devil challenge our daily thoughts and decisions.

    ON POINT, III by Dr. Gale A. Ragan-Reid (September 25, 2015) “For therein is the righteousness of God revealed from faith to faith: as it is written, The just shall live by faith...For by grace are ye saved through faith; and that not of yourselves: it is the gift of ...read more

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    Denomination: Friends

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    Spiritual Warfare: Declassified

    Contributed by Ajai Prakash on Jan 27, 2014
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     | 4,009 views

    Satan doesn’t want you to think about spiritual things. Rather, he only wants us to dwell on our own selfish desires. Avoid the temptation to delay any thoughts of spiritual self-examination, and make it a priority to encourage others for self-examination

    Opening illustration: During any war, the enemy’s strategy is to conceal/hide some important information from the adversary so that they will not be successful in their endeavor. In fact the enemy will try to subdue the adversary so that they succumb to defeat. The information that they ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • MELVIN NEWLAND avatar

    It's Up To You!

    Contributed by Melvin Newland on Feb 26, 2018
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     | 21,109 views

    Why does Satan lie & deceive & tempt & manipulate? And the answer is, "Because he doesn't have the power to force us to sin." If he could force you to sin there would be no need for temptation or manipulation."

    MELVIN M. NEWLAND, MINISTER RIDGE CHAPEL, KANSAS, OK TEXT: Genesis 3:8-13; 1 Corinthians 10:13; 2 Corinthians 5:9-10 A. The first 2 verses of Genesis tell us that in the beginning our world was formless, empty & dark. But then God gave shape to the formless, brought light into the ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Ernie Arnold avatar

    Walking Into The Wilderness

    Contributed by Ernie Arnold on Jan 12, 2024
     | 2,226 views

    Looking at Jesus' time in the Wilderness

    Scripture: Mark 1:12-13; Hebrews 4:14-15; 1 Corinthians 10:13 Theme: Jesus and Temptation Title: Walking into the Wilderness INTRO: Grace and peace in the name of the Father, Son and Holy Spirit. When we last saw Jesus, He was coming out of the water with the heavens opened and His Father ...read more

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    Denomination: Nazarene

  • Dr. John D. WENTWORTH avatar

    Letting Go Of What Was Series

    Contributed by Dr. John D. Wentworth on Dec 29, 2025
     | 518 views

    There is a quiet temptation at the turn of every year: to carry forward the weight of what has already been lived. Regrets, disappointments, unresolved griefs, and even past successes can cling to our hearts like heavy luggage. Yet God’s word through Isaiah is clear and co

    Title: Letting Go of What Was Text: “Forget the former things; do not dwell on the past. See, I am doing a new thing!” (Isaiah 43:18–19) There is a quiet temptation at the turn of every year: to carry forward the weight of what has already been lived. Regrets, disappointments, unresolved griefs, ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    When Man Takes God's Glory

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jul 18, 2025
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    The temptation to take God’s glory is ever present in ministry, business, or personal success. Yet the Word of God consistently warns us against this prideful act. When man takes the glory, he incurs the wrath of God, cuts off divine favour, and limits the flow of grace.

    WHEN MAN TAKES GOD'S GLORY By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Acts 12:21-23 Supporting Texts: Isaiah 42:8, Daniel 4:30-37, Romans 1:21, Proverbs 16:18, 1 Corinthians 1:29-31 INTRODUCTION: One of the greatest dangers in the Christian life and ministry is the subtle temptation to take credit ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    How To Guard Against Backsliding Series

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Feb 21, 2025
     | 660 views

    Guarding against backsliding requires spiritual discipline, vigilance, and intentionality. The devil is always seeking to weaken our faith, but through deep engagement with God’s Word, a fervent prayer life, and staying connected to godly fellowship, we can maintain our spiritual strength.

    HOW TO GUARD AGAINST BACKSLIDING By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: 1 Corinthians 10:12 Supporting Texts: Proverbs 4:23, Hebrews 2:1, Galatians 5:1, Revelation 3:11, Jude 1:24 INTRODUCTION The Christian journey is a continuous walk of faith, requiring diligence, commitment, and spiritual ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

  • Rick Crandall avatar

    We Can Trust In The Lord

    Contributed by Rick Crandall on Jul 12, 2015
     | 7,639 views

    Trust in Jesus: 1. Because He came to destroy Satan. 2. Because He came to deliver sinners. 3. Because He came to defend the saints.

    We Can Trust In the Lord Hebrews 2:14-18 Sermon by Rick Crandall Grayson Baptist Church - August 24, 2014 *I don't know how much faith you have right now, but I know God wants you to have more. God wants us to have bigger, growing faith in Him. He even wants us to have great faith in the Lord. We ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    How To Face Satan Series

    Contributed by Scott Maze on Jun 4, 2021
     | 3,913 views

    Don’t be like the 2 boys walking back home from church. They had just heard the pastor preach a strong message on the devil when the one boy said, “What do you think about all this Satan stuff?” The other boy replied, “You know how Santa Clause turned out. It’s probably just your dad.”

    According to a cartoon in the Atlanta Journal Constitution, God and the devil are discussing who gets to welcome Michael Jackson to the afterlife. The cartoon shows Satan holding a newspaper with a headline announcing Jackson’s death. He looks up and poses a question to God, who is leaning over a ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Clarence Eisberg avatar

    "He Came…to Destroy The Works Of The Devil”

    Contributed by Clarence Eisberg on Jan 29, 2025
     | 937 views

    Jesus empowers us to stop the works of the devil. 1) temptation rejected by quoting scripture 2) Jesus is our "Advocate" as He sits at the Father's right hand to intercede 3) He has defeated Satan's grip of the fear of death by His resurrection

    In Jesus Holy Name February 9, 2025 Luke 4:33-34 “He Came…To Destroy the Works of the Devil” The title of our sermon begs for a question: What are the “works of the devil” that Jesus came to destroy? We know that Satan brings into our ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

  • Jerry Cosper avatar

    Grudges And Guilt

    Contributed by Jerry Cosper on Jun 22, 2022
     | 2,937 views

    We have been talking about some of the things in life that set us back. We've talked about betrayal, temptation, the injustices of life, just plain hard times, and bitterness. When we are involved in any of these, we tend to become plagued with guilt and grudges.

    For the past couple of months we have been talking about some of the things in life that set us back. We've talked about betrayal, temptation, the injustices of life, just plain hard times, and bitterness. Today I'm going to wrap all of this up as we talk about what these things can ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Anthony Zibolski avatar

    Tested In The Wilderness

    Contributed by Anthony Zibolski on Nov 6, 2018
     | 9,720 views

    What lessons can we learn from Jesus as He was tested in the wilderness? We see that the power of memorized word will help us from stumbling.

    Tested in the wilderness Luke 4:1-13 Introduction This morning we will look at the wilderness experience of our Lord Jesus Christ just before He went to the cross for each one of us. We will see the ways that He fought off temptation to do what He knew God the father would be pleased with. I ...read more

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    Denomination: Nazarene

  • W Pat Cunningham avatar

    The Struggle With Satan Lent Sunday 1 Series

    Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Feb 23, 2023
     | 1,309 views

    Was the Lord bragging about how He defeated the old Worm, man’s adversary, Satan? No.

    First Sunday of Lent 2023 How did St. Matthew come by the story he shared in today’s Gospel? It was easy to understand the first line, what happened when Jesus, who was fresh from His baptism by John, where the Holy Spirit came upon Him in form of a dove, went into the wilderness of Judea. ...read more

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    Denomination: Catholic

  • Rick Crandall avatar

    How To Pray A Perfect Prayer

    Contributed by Rick Crandall on May 20, 2011
    based on 1 rating
     | 4,564 views

    There are only 66 words in the Lord’s Prayer, but it can teach us how to pray a perfect prayer. 1. Focus on your Father. 2. Focus on your family. 3. Focus on your faith. 4. Focus on your forgiveness. 5. Focus on your future.

    How to Pray a Perfect Prayer Matthew 6:9-13 Sermon by Rick Crandall McClendon Baptist Church - February 24, 2008 (Revised March 6, 2021 to correct my error about this being the same prayer as the Lord's Prayer in Luke 11:1-4) BACKGROUND: *Do you ever wish you could learn how to pray better? ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Coz von avatar

    The Single Most Important Secret To Keep You From Falling Away

    Contributed by Coz Von on May 12, 2014
    based on 4 ratings
     | 6,613 views

    I am Growing in leaps and bounds,but not commited enough, knowlegde can set you free but knowledge can condemn you as well as a lack of groath & commitment. will I be lost because I draw too close to be able resist anymore - Is the narrow road too narrow?

    As I draw closer to God, God in turn draws closer to me. I've been growing constantly as a result of this relationship. I am Growing in leaps and bounds, at a steep and steady pace: I am falling and growing at the same time, but should I fail, I will be lost, right? How bad would it be if I love ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational