Sermons on tempting: showing 571-585 of 21,382

Lessons For The Materializing Church -- Part 3 Series

Contributed by Guy Glass on Feb 11, 2010

as we proceed in our study of the book of James, we come to a section here in Chapter 1, verses 12 through 15 where James gives us some simple truth. Truth about trials and truth about temptations. James looks at the origins of both, the results of both

THE BOOK OF JAMES LESSONS FOR THE MATERIALIZING CHURCH -- PART 3 James 1:12-15 – TEMPTATIONS James 1:1-7, 12-15 James, a servant of God and of the Lord Jesus Christ, To the twelve tribes scattered among the nations: Greetings. 2 Consider it pure joy, my brothers, whenever you face trials of ...read more

Scripture: James 1:12-15

Denomination: Baptist

Conquering Temptation Series

Contributed by Douglas Phillips on Sep 14, 2015

This is a Bible Study dealing with ways of coping with temptation when it happens, using the life situation of Joseph and Potiphar's wife as our illustration.

CONQUERING TEMPTATION GENESIS 39:1-23 TEMPTATION IS ALWAYS A GREAT SURPRISE TO CHRISTIANS. THERE ARE SOME GENERAL THINGS THAT WE CAN DO TO PREPARE OURSELVES FOR WHEN TEMPTATIONS OCCUR, THERE ARE SOME THAT WE CAN EVEN EXPECT, BUT WHEN THEY HAPPEN, WHERE THEY HAPPEN, AND HOW THEY HAPPEN, CAN CATCH ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 39:1-23

Denomination: Baptist

Overcoming Temptation

Contributed by Edward Hardee on Apr 21, 2024

This message evaluates the three temptations of Jesus and how He overcame them.

Title: The Temptation of Jesus Theme: Learning to say no to temptation. Text: Luke 4:1 - 13 Opening Scripture Luke 4:1-13 Then Jesus, being filled with the Holy Spirit, returned from the Jordan and was led by the Spirit into* the wilderness, (2) being tempted for forty days by the devil. And ...read more

Scripture: Luke 4:1-13, Galatians 5:16-18, 1 John 2:16

Denomination: Church Of God

The Wretchedness Of Sin

Contributed by Rick Boyne on Aug 6, 2012

Sin separates us from God; Jesus is the answer.

The Wretchedness of Sin August 23, 2009 Morning Service Immanuel Baptist Church, Wagoner, OK Rick Boyne Message Point: Sin separates us from God; Jesus is the answer. Focus Passage: 2 Samuel 12:1-13 Supplemental Passage: Psalm 51:1-4, 7-12, 14 Introduction: Why are you a Christian? Is it to ...read more

Scripture: 2 Samuel 12:1-13

Denomination: Baptist

Facing Temptation Series

Contributed by Donald Mcculley on Mar 19, 2019

Oftentimes we easily yield to temptation. It is only those who wholly lean upon God who become more than conquerors.

FACING TEMPTATION I CORINTHIANS 10:13 INTRODUCTION: None of us know what stuff we are made of until we are tested and tried. Many think themselves to be strong, even perfect. Don’t think that way! Sin may be dead but it “ain’t” buried yet. Oftentimes we easily yield to temptation. It is ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 10:13

Denomination: Baptist

"Methods All Christians Need To Use In Order To Remain Faithful To Their Id

Contributed by Dr. Jerry Morrissey on Feb 8, 2002

Year A. First Sunday of Lent Matthew 4: 1-11 February 17, 2002 Title: “Methods all Christians need to use in order to remain faithful to their identity as children of God.

Year A. First Sunday of Lent Matthew 4: 1-11 February 17, 2002 Title: “Methods all Christians need to use in order to remain faithful to their identity as children of God.” After his baptism Jesus overcomes temptations to misuse his God-given powers by consulting Scripture and following its ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 4:1-11

Denomination: Lutheran

Real Life Reality

Contributed by Chris Mason on Aug 6, 2001

Reality is not found in TV or Movies, no real life reality is found in Christ alone!

REAL LIFE REALITY The mole: Find out who is the mole. 12 people, 1 mole. Game based on lies. Temptation Island: 6 couples, 12 singles try to break up the couples Fear Factor: 6 individuals trying to overcome their fear to win 50,000 dollars Big Brother: 12 house guest vote each other off, ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 10:13, John 8:44

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Lead Us Not Into Temptation Series

Contributed by Curtis E. Nester on Jun 7, 2016

The problem of Temptation and how to deal with it.

SERIES: The Greatest Prayer Ever Prayed #8 TITLE: Lead Us Not into Temptation TEXT: Matthew 6:9-13a INTRO: We live and walk in Satan's territory, every day. We are beset by temptations on every side and are under constant assault by the Evil One, so we must be always on guard. (1 Peter 5:8 HCSB) ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:9-13

Denomination: Baptist

Trialschristian Face Series

Contributed by James Mccullen on May 6, 2005

Trials are part of life, and perhaps even more for a Christian desiring to live for the Lord. The Christian does not have to face these trials alone. James tells us to count our trials a joy.

Some Trials Christians Face James 1:9-18 JAMES1-3.WPD {9} But let the brother of humble circumstances glory in his high position; {10} and let the rich man glory in his humiliation, because like flowering grass he will pass away. 11} For the sun rises with a scorching wind, and withers the ...read more

Scripture: James 1:9-18

Denomination: *other

How To Overcome Temptation

Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Apr 2, 2022

All sincere Christians have some things in common. One thing is that they all want to live a life that is pleasing to the Lord.

They also have to contend with the devil’s throwing every temptation he can throw at them every day to try to keep them from pleasing the Lord. It is a scriptural fact, as long as we live in these mortal bodies we will have to contend with this. WHY IS THIS A PROBLEM? Because, every Christian ...read more

Scripture: Luke 4:1-13

Denomination: Baptist

How To Defeat Satan's Plans

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Jun 8, 2001

To lead the people to understand where Satan came from and what he did to cause God to kick him out of heaven along with the rebellious angels.

Unit 15 – Satan and His Demons Lesson 40 – Where Satan Came From and What He Did – Isaiah. 14:12-20; Ezek. 28:11-18; Gen. 3; Job 1 Preparation for the Teacher 1. Aim: To lead the people to understand where Satan came from and what he did to cause God to kick him out of heaven along with the ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 14:1-18

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

What Would Jesus Do ... About Temptation Series

Contributed by David Hughes on Feb 4, 2003

This sermon seeks to encourage teenagers (and, indeed, adults) to consider ’What Would Jesus Do’ when they are faced with temptation.

WHAT WOULD JESUS DO ... about temptation? Do you wear one of these Christian bracelets which have become quite popular over the last ten years, or so? You can get so many different ones with different acronyms on them, words in which each letter stands for something else: so, for instance, FROG ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 4:1-11, James 1:2-18

Denomination: Baptist

The Truth About Temptation

Contributed by David Wilson on Oct 20, 2011

Satan, the accuser, and the tempter, is revealed-- the what, when and how he works against the believer.

GRANT AVENUE BAPTIST CHURCH The Truth About Temptation Text: Matthew 4:1-11 Message From: Pastor David Wilson Date: 10/20/2011 WHAT THE DEVIL WANTS TO DO TO US: There should be no doubt in the mind of the believer about WHAT the devil wants to do to us! The example of the demoniac found in Mark ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 4:1-11

Denomination: Baptist

Chronos: James #2 Series

Contributed by Robert Butler on Feb 28, 2022

Temptation is part of life and resistance is possible in the belief of God’s goodness and love for all who call Him Lord.

Last week, we started a year-long journey chronological study of the New Testament today. Hence the reason we are calling this message series Chronos. It's a word that means “time.” We will be journeying through time back to the start of the early church. We will be doing this by walking ...read more

Scripture: James 1:13-17

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Lord Build Me Through Struggles Series

Contributed by Justin Steckbauer on Apr 2, 2021

The book of James is on fire to me whenever I study it. It bursts forth with life, with the Holy Spirit of God these words are mighty and intense, and raw, and brutal. The book of James is written to the lost twelve tribes of Israel, as they are scattered and persecuted in the nations.

The book of James is on fire to me whenever I study it. It bursts forth with life, with the Holy Spirit of God these words are mighty and intense, and raw, and brutal. The book of James is written to the lost twelve tribes of Israel, as they are scattered and persecuted in the nations. They’ve lost ...read more

Denomination: Salvation Army