Sermons on Temptations Of Jesus:

Feeding The Beast Series

Contributed by Brian Matherlee on Nov 29, 2007

Part 2 in a series on temptation. This focuses on 4 of the seven deadly sins.

KILL OR BE KILLED Part 2-Feeding the Beast Genesis 4:7, “Sin is crouching at your door.” October 14, 2007 Pastor Brian Matherlee INTRODUCTION I heard the report of two brothers. They came from about the most perfect home you could come from. They were involved in a group doing volunteer work for ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 4:7

Denomination: Wesleyan

Watch And Pray PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 11, 2023

Emphasize the importance of vigilance and prayer in resisting temptation and overcoming life's trials.

Good morning, folks! We gather here today in the presence of our Lord to talk about something that is essential to our Christian walk - the need to watch and pray. As we navigate through the ups and downs of life, it's crucial that we keep our eyes wide open and our knees bent in prayer. We're ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 26:41

Topics: Watch, Pray, Wait

Jesus The Great High Priest Series

Contributed by William Lock on Mar 4, 2009

Jesus surpasses the OT priest system and our current priestly system

Hebrews 4:14-5:10 Jesus the Great High Priest What image do you first think of when you think of a Priest? Religious Sacrifices (Yom Kippur) Religious Systems Religious Clothing (ephod, shoulder stones, breastplate, the robe, turban, crown) Religious Buildings or Altars What was the purpose of ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Jesus The Priest: Advent 2001 Series

Contributed by Robert Warren on Dec 15, 2001

Shows that Jesus is our great high priest (part of Advent Series)

Jesus the Priest (Advent 2) Hebrews 4:14 - 5:10 December 9th, 2001 Robert Warren Fellowship Advent Christian Church Hebrews 4:14 - 5:10 Therefore, since we have a great high priest who has gone through the heavens, Jesus the Son of God, let us hold firmly to the faith we profess. For we do ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Jesus The Great High Priest

Contributed by John Stevenson on Oct 18, 2000

Surely our griefs He himself bore, and our sorrows He carried; yet we ourselves esteemed Him stricken, smitten of God and afflicted.

Surely our griefs He himself bore, and our sorrows He carried; yet we ourselves esteemed Him stricken, smitten of God and afflicted. (Isaiah 53:4). Within the religion of the Jews, there was no more exalted position that could be held among men than that of the high priest. In the days of the New ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 4:14-16

Everlasting Father Series

Contributed by Derek Geldart on Dec 22, 2024

In a world filled with chaos, fear, and uncertainty, the prophet Isaiah offers us a timeless message of hope and assurance: that Jesus, our Everlasting Father, remains steadfast, compassionate, and sovereign through every trial and triumph.

Everlasting Father Isaiah 9:1-7 Online Sermon: www.mckeesfamily.com/sermons/ What do you do when life feels overwhelming and chaotic? When King Jehoshaphat faced the imminent threat of the Moabites, Ammonites, and Meunites marching against Judah (2 Chronicles 20:1-37), fear gripped the ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 9:1-7, 2 Chronicles 20:1-37

Denomination: Baptist

Why Christians Should Avoid Sexual Sin Series

Contributed by Tim Huie on May 7, 2009

Temptation is a powerful thing, but the consequences of giving in to sexual sin are even greater.

Why avoid sexual sin? I Corinthians 6:18 1. Illus. of my daughter • When our children were at home, we had what we referred to as the house rules. If you were going to live in our house, then you had to tell us where you were going and who you were going with, etc. • As an older teenager, often ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 6:18

Denomination: Baptist

Envy

Contributed by Peter Parry on May 16, 2003

For the Christian who wants to overcome the temptation of envy learn to fear the Lord.

The Christian’s Answer to Envy (Rom.9:14-18; Prov.23:17) Envy has been called the third deadly sin and for good reason. You see its evil consequences everywhere. Envy is defined as “a painful or resentful awareness of an advantage enjoyed by another person that you lack and want….” ...read more

Scripture: Romans 9:14-18, Proverbs 23:17

Denomination: Congregational

Are You Serving A God Of Convenience?

Contributed by Mark Perryman on May 11, 2006

America is a land of convenience and comfort. With this comes a great temptation to the people of God.

INTRO: I was pondering the other day about how truly blessed we as Americans are. Everything is so convenient. Think about it, you drive up to a pump and you slip in your credit card to pay without even going in the store. You can travel the world via the TV. You can find almost any fact you want ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 12:25-33

Denomination: Assembly Of God

"Learning To Pray Like Jesus" Series

Contributed by David Henderson on Oct 24, 2016

The diciples came to Jesus with one request. They could have asked for so many things but they only asked for this.

“Learning to Pray like Jesus” Luke 11:1-13 When Jesus set out to call 12 men to follow him, He gathered them together and began mentoring them, discipling them so that they in turn would be able to continue the process. So when Jesus started teaching them, since this was the first ...read more

Scripture: Luke 11:1-13

Denomination: Baptist

Get Jesus In Your Furnace

Contributed by David Dunn on Sep 24, 2025

When you refuse to bow and trust Christ, He joins you in life’s furnace and brings deliverance, testimony, and transformation.

Introduction – Why This Story Still Burns Bright I believe in the Word of God. It is more than a history book. More than a collection of religious sayings. This is the living, breathing truth of God. If you live by the Bible, you will be saved, healed, delivered, and set free. Not merely a church ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 3:16-18, Isaiah 43:2, Hebrews 13:5, 1 Peter 4:12-13, Acts 5:28  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

Jesus’ Concern For The Heart

Contributed by Ken Henson on Aug 1, 2012

The Law which more than what you do or you do not do, but about a reflection of our character - about who we are on the inside. It is not just doing what is right, but being right which is more important.

Matthew 6:1 “Be careful not to practice your righteousness in front of others to be seen by them. If you do, you will have no reward from your Father in heaven. The Law is more than what you do or you do not do, but about a reflection of our character - about who we are on the inside. It ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:1-18, Matthew 6:5-13

Denomination: *other

"The Church – The Body Of Jesus On Earth”...... "The Mission Statement Of Jesus”

Contributed by Clarence Eisberg on Jan 20, 2022

The home coming of Jesus is similar to a 25th or 50th class reunion. Old playmates wanted demonstrations in their village, not the message of salvation. Leonard Sweet said: “Jesus is on earth today but not as an individual. He is here in the form of the “ekklesia”, the church.

In Jesus Holy Name January 23, 2022 Luke 4:18-19 Epiphany IV “The Church – The Body of Jesus on Earth” “The Mission Statement of Jesus” Over the weekend at our church campout the topic came up regarding high school and college reunions. The very first thing that happens when you ...read more

Scripture: Luke 4:18-19, Luke 4:22-30

Denomination: Lutheran

Go! And Drink From The Brook - Psalm 110:7 Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Jul 18, 2025

Life is filled with battles. Some are seen—health, finances, conflict. Others are invisible—doubt, discouragement, temptation. And yet, in the midst of the war, there is a promise—a moment of refreshment for the faithful warrior.

Go! And Drink from the Brook - Psalm 110:7 Opening Prayer Father God, As we come to Your Word, open our hearts and minds to understand. Help us see Jesus more clearly, love Him more deeply, and follow Him more faithfully. Speak to us now by Your Spirit. Strengthen us, refresh us, and transform us ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 110:7, Psalm 110:1, Isaiah 53:11, Hebrews 12:2, Isaiah 40:31, John 7:37-38, Luke 22:42, Romans 5:8, Philippians 1:6  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

Jesus Glorified-Part 2

Contributed by Byron Sherman on Apr 18, 2023

2 of 5. The apostle John recorded some of the events surrounding the imminence of Jesus’ glorification. There are aspects of Jesus’ being glorified that are of great significance. How &/or Why is Jesus glorified? 6 significant aspects of Jesus’ glorification.

JESUS GLORIFIED-II—John 12:27-28(:20-36) Attention: I have a launched a personal campaign against a particular plant in the woods surrounding the parsonage. I have no real quarrel with anything else there. It is actually idyllic! But we have an abundance of ‘poison ivy/oak’ at the edge of the ...read more

Scripture: John 12:20-36, John 12:27-28

Denomination: Baptist