Sermons on Temptation:

Hebrews, God's Covenants Lesson 51 Series

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Sep 21, 2017

The failure of legalistic Christians

A. INTRODUCTION For the church to stand independently, the Jewish past had to be eliminated, yet its contribution respected. God used two forces to bring about this goal; (1) The book of Hebrews is God’s call to Jewish Christians to leave the temple worship and only follow Christ, (2) the Roman ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:1-4

Denomination: Baptist

"Out With Your Eye!" Series

Contributed by Kendall Hicks on Apr 6, 2016

I do not write out complete manuscript. This is a sermon brief/outline that I hope will help in your study and preparation. The main point: Take radical action against sin.

We are in a series of messages that we are calling “Say What?!... Some Head-Scratching Statements of Jesus.” One reason Jesus’ teachings has caused people both then and now to scratch their heads in amazement, wonder, or bewilderment is because His teachings revealed KINGDOM ...read more

Scripture: Mark 9:42-50

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Leaving Your Coat But Keeping Your Character

Contributed by Edward Hardee on Jan 30, 2018

A message on temptaiton and how to deal with it.

Title: Finish Well – Dealing with Temptation Theme: How to deal with Temptation Text: Genesis 39:1 – 19; 1 John 2:16; Luke 4:1 – 16; Matthew 6:9 - 13 Joseph’s Plight Review Genesis 39:1 - 19 Joseph is one of 12 sons of Jacob. He quickly became his favorite son because he was born to his ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 39:1-19

Denomination: Church Of God

Let's Conquer These Trials Series

Contributed by Jerry Cosper on Sep 17, 2019

This hopefully helps answer the question of how we can find joy in the crises of life.

Last Sunday evening we talked about the trials and temptations that we all go through on our journey through life. What is the worst trial that you face right now? What is the worst temptation, the temptation that just swarms in upon you and overcomes you and leads you into sin? Is there an ...read more

Scripture: James 1:5-12

Denomination: Baptist

"Our Victory In Christ” Series

Contributed by Dave Mcfadden on Jun 24, 2019

The cross of Christ is the eternal basis for our victory over sin.

One of Paul’s favorite phrases to describe our relationship with Christ as believers is “in Christ.” When we’re born again through faith in Christ, Jesus comes to dwell in us through the presence of the Holy Spirit. So, where I am, Christ is, aware of everything I encounter, because He’ll never ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 2:11-15

Denomination: Baptist

Entragged Under Pressure Series

Contributed by Troy Borst on Aug 8, 2019

When we are entragged under pressure, we must seek God’s power to change our desires and we must trust in His goodness.

MONDAY MORNING QUARTERBACK SERIES ENTRAGGED UNDER PRESSURE JAMES 1:13-18 #JAMESatCCC INTRODUCTION… MADE UP WORDS (http://www.jasperfforde.com/madeupwords.html) + Ian Huggle (verb) A cross between hug and cuddle. Lasts slightly longer than a hug and is good when comforting mildly upset ...read more

Scripture: James 1:13-18

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Lead Us Not

Contributed by Terry Laughlin on Jun 9, 2019

Take time to grasp the heart of what Jesus was teaching when he said, "Lead us not into temptation."

Lead Us Not Enjoying the Protection of A Disciple’s Prayer There is a danger in Christendom. There is a movement of making changes to the Word of God which appear to be good ones. Here is one of the latest: A respected religious leader changed the phrase in Matthew 6:13 from, “lead us not into ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:13

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Wrestling With The Mind

Contributed by Joe Mack Cherry on Jun 18, 2019

When we get engrossed in thought and lose track of reality, this can be dangerous.

Wrestling with the Mind? by Joe M. Cherry I. Introduction A. No one wants to see us fail more than Satan 1. He will do anything that he can to turn us away from God. a. Jo 8:44 – “He is the father of lies.” b. Rev. 12:10 - … he is the accuser of the brethren 2. He has subtle ways. 3. One of ...read more

Scripture: James 1:2, James 1:13-15

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

"Two Types Of Testing" Series

Contributed by Dave Mcfadden on Jun 15, 2015

God has a purpose and so does satan when we face trials in life.

1. Testing from God - vs. 12 A. The nature of it - It is a call to faithfulness. B. The purpose of it - God's purpose is always to bless. 1) We will develop Godly character in this life. 2) We will receive a reward in the next life. 2. Testing from Satan - vs. 13-15 A. The nature of it - It ...read more

Scripture: James 1:12-15

Denomination: Baptist

"what Does It Mean To Be A Christian?"

Contributed by Ken Sauer on Jan 17, 2019

A sermon about finding your identity in Christ.

“What Does it Mean to Be a Christian?” Luke 4:1-13 A friend of mine’s son—a gregarious little kid just shy of 4 years old—learned this Passage in Sunday school one morning. Later that day he asked his mother, “Hey mom, what do you know about the devil?” A little caught off guard, she turned ...read more

Scripture: Luke 4:1-13

Denomination: United Methodist

The Deadly Hand

Contributed by Steve Kinnard on Feb 6, 2019

ARE YOU HOLDING ACES and EIGHTS

The Great Rebellion (Jonah 1:3) Intro: Long, long ago in a world far, far away from here there was a great kingdom. It was a kingdom fill with the wonders of all the ages. Everywhere that the eye looked the mind became overwhelmed with all the beauty. This world was filled with ...read more

Scripture: James 1:15

Denomination: Pentecostal

Life Principles From 7 Great Scriptures Lesson 2 Series

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Feb 12, 2019

Our enemy will use ordinary things to trip us up and destroy us.

Genesis 1:3 – “Now the serpent was more cunning than any beast of the field which the LORD God had made. And he said to the woman, “Has God indeed said, you shall not eat of every tree of the garden’?” 1. Our enemy will use ordinary things to trip us up and destroy us; i.e., a snake and a ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Looking Up To God Series

Contributed by Tom Fuller on Sep 30, 2013

The temptations and accusations of the world are like a man-eating plant that wraps its legs around our character and seeks to drag us down. God's Word is like the searchlight from a Coast Guard helicopter, coming to rescue us in times of trouble.

Psalm 119 is a celebration of God’s Word and a literary masterpiece. But there is also a story arc in this psalm that we can relate to. The psalmist, quite possibly Ezra, is facing temptation and opposition from the world—in an attempt to keep him from serving Yahweh and obeying His ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 119:57-104

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

Harmless Compromise

Contributed by Thomas Giddens on Aug 11, 2013

Compromise, even when it seems harmless is deadly.

Harmless Compromise 2 Timothy 3:12-15 Yes, and all who desire to live godly in Christ Jesus will suffer persecution. But evil men and impostors will grow worse and worse, deceiving and being deceived. But you must continue in the things which you have learned and been assured of, knowing from ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 3:12-15

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Dealing With Doubt Series

Contributed by Brad Bailey on Dec 1, 2011

How to face and defeat doubt.

Dealing with Doubt Series: A Journey with Jesus (through the Gospel of John) Brad Bailey – May 8, 2011 Intro Today we engage a topic that is rarely discussed… and in part because we feel it is dangerous… deeply dangerous. The topic is DOUBT. As we’ll see, doubt does not ...read more

Scripture: John 20:24-31

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational