Sermons on Temptations Of Jesus:

Trials Dissected

Contributed by Carl Allen on Dec 12, 2006

Everyone, at this very moment is in a trial, heading for a trial, or just coming out of one. What we do with that trial is solely up to us.

Trials Dissected James 1:1-12 Introduction Everyone, at this very moment is in a trial, heading for a trial, or just coming out of one. What we do with that trial is solely up to us. I. The Purpose of Trials (vv. 1-6) a. JOY i. Trials (peirasmois), describes things that put a person to the ...read more

Scripture: James 1:1-12

Denomination: Baptist

Tentación

Contributed by Paul Andrew on Feb 24, 2017

Al comienzo de la Cuaresma

1A Lent Robert Louis Stevenson una vez escribió una historia inolvidable sobre un Dr. Jekyll y un Sr. Hyde. El Dr. Henry Jekyll era respetado en su comunidad como un caballero en todos los aspectos. Sin embargo, el tenía algunos vicios secretos que guardaba cuidadosamente ocultos de la vista ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 4:1-11, Matthew 2:7-9

Denomination: Catholic

"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

Independent Or Dependent On God?

Contributed by Howard Strickland on Apr 22, 2007

Uzziah was a descendant of King David. Judah made Uzziah King in place of his father when he was 16 years of age, and Uzziah was king for 52 years! God’s word also indicates that Uzziah did what was right in God’s eyes; he sought to please God!

Independent or Dependent on God! Text: II Chronicles 26: 1- 5, 15 1 Now all the people of Judah took Uzziah, who was sixteen years old, and made him king instead of his father Amaziah. 2 He built Elath and restored it to Judah, after the king rested with his fathers.3 Uzziah was sixteen years ...read more

Scripture: 2 Chronicles 26:1-5

Denomination: Pentecostal

Losing Out With God

Contributed by David Radcliff on Mar 14, 2016

One can lose out with God! Like Lot, one can get sidetracked. The Devil never stops trying to pull the Christian away from the service of God.

LOSING OUT WITH GOD HEBREWS 2:1 4 ITRODUCTION: One can lose out with God! Like Lot, one can get sidetracked. The Devil never stops trying to pull the Christian away from the service of God. In the Christian life there are some things God does not save us from! I. TEMPTATION I Cor. 10: 13 There ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 2:1-4

Denomination: Baptist

Don't Take The Bait

Contributed by Steve Kinnard on Feb 18, 2019

RUN AWAY FROM TEMPTATION

Don’t take the bait 2 Timothy 2;22-24 Illus: two fish (Bass –Carp) One time there was two fish who were best friends. They we an odd couple, one was a high-strung bass the other a laid-back carp. One day they were swimming around talking about girl fish and enjoying each other’s company. Then ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 2:22-24

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Revelation Of Christ's Expectations (Holiness) Series

Contributed by Jonathan Mcleod on Mar 3, 2011

Jesus expects us to be holy, no matter the temptation.

[If you would like to receive free weekly sermons by email, please contact jonrmcleod@yahoo.com.] STAYING PURE IN A DIRTY WORLD ILLUSTRATION: Trying not to get dirty while working. “And to the angel of the church in Thyatira write….” (v. 18a). In Thyatira, doctrinal compromise ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 2:18-29

Denomination: Baptist

Not By Bread Alone PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Jan 12, 2024

Explores Jesus' temptation in the wilderness, emphasizing the importance of spiritual sustenance and resisting worldly temptations through God's Word.

Greetings, beloved friends and family in Christ. We gather here today, not as mere spectators, but as active participants in the divine theatre of God's grace, love, and wisdom. We are here, not by accident, but by divine appointment, to reflect on the words of our Savior, to learn and to grow, to ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 4:1-11

Topics: Prayer, Consecration

Vulnerability And Victory: The Seven Churches In Review

Contributed by Ken Pell on Feb 1, 2010

Churches have many of the same common vulnerabilities / temptations … and a common solution … Jesus Christ.

Vulnerability and Victory: the Seven Churches in Review Revelation 1:9 – 3:22 Sermon Objective: Churches have many of the same common vulnerabilities … and a common solution … Jesus Christ. INTRO: Those who study the seven churches of The Revelation closely see some broad ...read more

Denomination: Nazarene

The Philosophy Of Jesus Christ

Contributed by Justin Steckbauer on Apr 14, 2021

Unity in diversity. Out of the many, one. A statement on every dollar bill in existence "E pluribus unum." It's the motto on the seal of the United States itself. This is our starting point, because it's important we understand just what we're looking for in a philosophy.

Unity in diversity. Out of the many, one. A statement on every dollar bill in existence "E pluribus unum." It's the motto on the seal of the United States itself. This is our starting point, because it's important we understand just what we're looking for in a philosophy. ...read more

Scripture: Luke 10:27, Luke 22:46, Luke 15:3-7

Denomination: Salvation Army

Jesus Begins His Ministry Series

Contributed by Freddy Fritz on Mar 16, 2013

A study of the beginning of Jesus' ministry in Galilee in Luke 4:14-15 will show us the characteristics of his ministry.

Scripture Jesus began his public ministry when he was about thirty years of age (Luke 3:23). John the Baptist baptized Jesus in the Jordan River (3:21-22). Then the Holy Spirit led Jesus into the wilderness where he fasted for forty days. Throughout this time the devil tempted Jesus to doubt God ...read more

Scripture: Luke 4:14-15

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

The Remedy For Weak Flesh - Mark 14:27-42 Series

Contributed by Darrell Ferguson on May 9, 2024

Jesus said the spirit is willing but the flesh is weak. Does that mean we’re doomed to failure because of weak flesh? No. Jesus gave us a remedy.

Mark 14:27 "You will all fall away," Jesus told them, "for it is written: " 'I will strike the shep-herd, and the sheep will be scattered.' 28 But after I have risen, I will go ahead of you into Galilee." 29 Peter declared, "Even if all fall away, I will ...read more

Scripture: Mark 14:27-42, Matthew 26:31-46, Luke 22:31-46, John 13:36-38

A Pickip Load Of Manure Series

Contributed by David Wilson on Feb 17, 2009

Giving unto God those things that belong to God is a bit tougher than we think!

Mark 12:13-17 “A pickup full of Manure” To understand this text we need to understand the Herodian philosophy. As these men came to try to “catch” Jesus in his words we know that their intentions were evil. The Herodians were likely part of the court of king Herod who supported his kingship ...read more

Scripture: Mark 12:13-17

Denomination: Baptist

The Pretender To The Throne Series

Contributed by Michael Luke on Oct 1, 2010

Satan desires God's throne. Here is how he operates.

SERIES: ANGELS and DEMONS (freely adapted from a series of the same name by James Merritt) “THE PRETENDER TO THE THRONE” MATTHEW 4:1-11 OPEN I see and read and hear about men, women, teenagers and children from all walks of life that run blindly into this spiritual being we ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 4:1-11

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Spiritual Warfare

Contributed by Dr. Jerry N. Watts on Jan 19, 2009

Peter’s view of handling Spiritual Warfare

SPIRITUAL WAREFARE 1 Peter 5:8-11 * God uses few things to teach us like He uses “experience.” For instance, in the matter of raising children you might get one kind of answer from a non-parent and an entirely different one from a parent. The reason is because the non-parent offers what the text ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 5:8-9

Denomination: Baptist