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  • David Taylor avatar

    Two Acceptable Temptations Jesus Rejects Series

    Contributed by David Taylor on Feb 20, 2014
     | 4,620 views

    Being an Authentic Follower of Jesus: Two Acceptable Temptations Jesus Rejects

    Being an Authentic Follower of Jesus: Two Acceptable Temptations Jesus Rejects Luke 14:25-35 In this passage Jesus warns us about two temptations that are often accepted and endorsed by the church today. They are valuing the family more than God and valuing happiness more than God. 1. First ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Two Acceptable Temptations Jesus Rejects

    Contributed by David Taylor on Feb 27, 2014
     | 2,211 views

    Being an Authentic Follower of Jesus: Two Acceptable Temptations Jesus Rejects

    Being an Authentic Follower of Jesus: Two Acceptable Temptations Jesus Rejects Luke 14:25-35 In this passage Jesus warns us about two temptations that are often accepted and endorsed by the church today. They are valuing the family more than God and valuing happiness more than God. 1. First ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Richard White avatar

    Motivation

    Contributed by Richard White on Sep 13, 2003
    based on 45 ratings
     | 6,758 views

    What is our motivation to resist temptation?

    Motivation! When the circulation of the Pravada (formerly the official mouthpiece of the Communist party) fell, it was the “church” of the Communist party. The editors remarked wistfully that Christianity and Communism have many of the same ideals: equality, sharing, justice and racial harmony. ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    How To Say "No"

    Contributed by Paul Decker on Nov 20, 2005
    based on 7 ratings
     | 3,723 views

    We can say "no" to temptation.

    HOW TO SAY “NO” Genesis 39:1-23 S: Temptation C: Purity in the face of temptation Pr: WE CAN SAY “NO.” Type: Narrative PA: How is the change to be observed? • Don’t blame others (including the devil). • Make the choice to say “no.” • Don’t play around with sin. Version: ESV RMBC 20 ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Tim Stutler avatar

    Why Not Take The Bait? Series

    Contributed by Tim Stutler on Mar 27, 2006
    based on 7 ratings
     | 2,855 views

    Resisting temptation is the only way to go

    Title: Why Not Take The Bait? Text: James 1:12-15 Topic: Temptation / overcoming verses giving in Sermon Purpose: -I want the congregation to think about the ways giving into temptation has negatively impacted their lives. -I want the congregation to think of the ways that overcoming ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

  • Drew Mills avatar

    Hmmm....tempting Series

    Contributed by Drew Mills on Mar 16, 2007
    based on 4 ratings
     | 6,882 views

    3 Big Temptations we fight

    Theme: Book of Luke Series Purpose: 3 Big temptations we fight I think that we all understand what temptation is. There is a story told about a little boy in a grocery store that I think illustrates the nature of temptation. The boy was standing near an open box of peanut butter cookies. “Now ...read more

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    Denomination: Wesleyan

  • Jeremias Fababier avatar

    Be Careful With The Bait Of Satan Series

    Contributed by Jeremias Fababier on Feb 28, 2008
    based on 8 ratings
     | 21,960 views

    This sermon deals with the temptation. What is it? How we are being tempted? and What will be the results if we let in temptation in our life.

    TOPIC: BE CAREFUL WITH THE BAIT OF SATAN (3rd of a Series in the Book of James – A Life That Makes a Difference Series) Text: James 1: 12-18 v. 12, “Blessed (happy, to be envied) is the man who is patient under trials and stands up under temptation, for when he has stood the test and been ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Joel Pankow avatar

    Temptation! How Can I Resist Series

    Contributed by Joel Pankow on Aug 2, 2002
    based on 81 ratings
     | 8,586 views

    sermon on how to resist temptation by pastor norval koch for our sermon series

    Joseph Sermon 2 Genesis 39: 5-10 Imagine what Hollywood could do with the story of Joseph. A man of exceptional qualities... dreams from God...able to interpret the dreams of others...handsome...a victim of his brothers’ rage...able to rise from the depths of despair to power in a foreign ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

  • Lynn Floyd avatar

    "How To Fight Temptation" Part 2

    Contributed by Lynn Floyd on Nov 10, 2001
    based on 84 ratings
     | 7,218 views

    I talk about some practical ways to successfully fight against temptation.

    Last week we began a two part series on how to fight temptation. I shared last week that Jesus died to set us free from the power of sin in our lives. So, when temptations come we are able to say no to it because we are not enslaved to it. Before someone gives their life to Christ they are enslaved ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Thomas Wilson avatar

    Temptation Is Just Another Way Of Life Series

    Contributed by Thomas Wilson on Aug 26, 2008
    based on 4 ratings
     | 3,530 views

    Many trials and temptations, but all too often we are not even aware of them.

    We’ve been with Matthew’s passage many times in our Christian worship, we’ve heard the Word of God and we know all about temptation. In fact over the course of preaching, the trials of temptation come up in many forms, many ways. After all, we all know about temptation – we’re experts at it! ...read more

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    Denomination: Congregational

  • Gaither Bailey avatar

    If

    Contributed by Gaither Bailey on Jun 30, 2005
    based on 9 ratings
     | 2,017 views

    Life is full of temptations and we can be guided through them by the example of Christ at his temptation by the devil. This sermon unites Luke 4: 1 – 13 and Deuteronomy 26: 1 - 11 to gain a Biblical perspective on temptation.

    If Luke 4: 1 – 13 / Deuteronomy 26: 1 - 11 Intro: It’s a small two letter word. --- Often it carries with a great burden. --- If --- If I had known, If I had gone, If I were rich, If … If. Our lives can be full of ifs. Jesus was no different. I. Verse 1-3 – Jesus is at his weakest – he is ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

  • Roy Hughes avatar

    Finding Jesus, Part I: Temptation Series

    Contributed by Roy Hughes on Mar 21, 2001
    based on 31 ratings
     | 4,049 views

    Part 1 of the "Finding Jesus" series identifying us with the Son of Man and His victory over temptation.

    Finding Jesus, part 1 “Finding Jesus In Our Temptations” From Isaiah to The Revelation, we can find 50 names for Jesus Christ. Over the next few weeks we will preach a series of messages that center on one of those titles: Matthew 13:37 TONIGHT WE SET OUT ON A QUEST TO FIND JESUS: THE SON ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

  • Andrew Chan avatar

    What Would Jesus Do With Temptation? Series

    Contributed by Andrew Chan on Oct 21, 2003
    based on 75 ratings
     | 7,908 views

    Temptation is ever present and everywhere, how can we handle it - a lesson from Christ’s example.

    21When all the people were being baptized, Jesus was baptized too. And as he was praying, heaven was opened 22and the Holy Spirit descended on him in bodily form like a dove. And a voice came from heaven: "You are my Son, whom I love; with you I am well pleased." Lk.3:21-22 (NIV) 1Jesus, full of ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical Free

  • Gary Christensen avatar

    How Do I Handle Temptations?

    Contributed by Gary Christensen on Jan 16, 2006
    based on 4 ratings
     | 1,995 views

    Let’s talk about temptations. In what way should we handle them? Can I really defeat satan? Some surprising answers!

    "For our High Priest (Jesus Christ) is able to understand our weaknesses. When He lived on Earth, He was tempted in every way that we are, but He did not sin." (Hebrews 4:15) Will we be tempted? Yes. Do we HAVE to give in? No. I’ve read many kinds of "lists of things to do" ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

  • Jonathan Falwell avatar

    Lesson 2: How To Overcome Temptations Series

    Contributed by Jonathan Falwell on Apr 27, 2005
    based on 36 ratings
     | 7,240 views

    “Blessed is the man that endureth temptations: for when he is tried, he shall receive the crown of life, which the Lord hath promised to them that love him. Let no man say when he is tempted, I am tempted of God: for God cannot be tempted with evil, neit

    A. INTRODUCTION JAMES 1:12-15 “Blessed is the man that endureth temptations: for when he is tried, he shall receive the crown of life, which the Lord hath promised to them that love him. Let no man say when he is tempted, I am tempted of God: for God cannot be tempted with evil, neither tempteth ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist