Sermons on Wilderness Temptation:

Recognizing The Temptation Trap

Contributed by John Gaston on Sep 8, 2023

The devil studies our nature and knows our weaknesses; he waits for the opportune time to tempt us when we're most vulnerable. Thank God that He is protecting us and shows us how to escape from the trap.

RECOGNIZING THE TEMPTATION TRAP Isa. 54:17 INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR: NAMES MIX-UP 1. An evangelist, James Rowles, was invited to preach at a small rural church. However, the man who was to introduce him to the congregation had trouble pronouncing his name. So James offered this verbal clue: ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 54:17, 1 Corinthians 10:12-13

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Source Of Our Temptation Series

Contributed by Daniel Teberian on Mar 12, 2023

What causes us to be tempted? Where do we get our desire to do that which the Lord has commanded us not to do? James explains the way we are tempted, where our temptation comes from, and where our temptation leads us.

Let no one say when he is tempted, “I am being tempted by God,” for God cannot be tempted with evil, and he himself tempts no one. But each person is tempted when he is lured and enticed by his own desire. Then desire when it has conceived gives birth to sin, and sin when it is fully grown brings ...read more

Scripture: James 1:13-15, Leviticus 4:2-3, Leviticus 4:22-23, Leviticus 4:27-28, Romans 6:23, Matthew 12:34  (view more)  (view less)

How To Handle Temptation Series

Contributed by David Owens on Jun 29, 2021

James moves from how to handle trials to how to handle temptations. Even though temptation is inevitable and giving into temptation is inexcusable, we can learn that temptation is predictable and conquerable.

Introduction: A. Once there was a little boy who always went next door to play alone in the neighbor’s yard even though his mom had warned him against doing so. 1. This frustrated and worried his mom so she asked him why he was so disobedient. 2. He replied that Satan tempted him so much and he ...read more

Scripture: James 1:13-18, 1 Corinthians 10:13, 2 Peter 1:3, Romans 6:23

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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 Handle Temptation PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Feb 13, 2024

This sermon explores how trials reveal our true character, the nature of temptation, and the transformative power of faith in God.

Good morning, beloved family. It's such a joy to see each one of you here today, gathered in the name of our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. We are indeed privileged to be part of this family of faith, where we can draw strength from each other and find comfort in the Word of God. Today, we are ...read more

Scripture: James 1:13-18

Topics: Overcome Temptation

A Potent Start Series

Contributed by Ed Vasicek on May 20, 2013

Jesus was led by the Spirit, and so we should seek to be Spirit-led.

A Potent Start (Mark 1:12-15) 1. Some people are never happy. A Jewish lady's grandson is playing in the water, she is standing on the beach not wanting to get her feet wet, when all of a sudden, a huge wave appears from nowhere and crashes directly over the spot where the boy is wading. The ...read more

Scripture: Mark 1:12-15

Denomination: Independent/Bible

On Being An Overcomer Series

Contributed by Dr. Bradford Reaves on Jan 21, 2021

Jesus was tempted in every way. His battle in the wilderness underscores his authority and victory over temptation and sin

Grace Community Church Winchester, VA www.GraceCommunity.com Pastor Bradford Reaves Watch this message online: https://youtu.be/Km22OhiY8ng Introduction A few guys were on a men’s retreat together and one night they decided to share with each other their struggles and temptations. The first said, ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 91:11-12, Isaiah 14:12, Daniel 4:17, Acts 17:26, 2 Corinthians 4:4, John 16:11, John 12:31, Philippians 4:19, Matthew 6:33, Matthew 6:31, Psalm 107:4-6, Hebrews 4:15, Deuteronomy 6:13, Luke 4:1-13  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Brethren

Ic3a]: Israel In The Wilderness Series

Contributed by John Lowe on Mar 26, 2020

Today's lesson concerns the exodus from Egypt and the Israelites’ unbelief. Because of their neglect to hear God’s message they delayed at the border. Because the people went backward in unbelief, instead of foreword in faith, they missed their inheritance and died in the wilderness.

6/30/19 Tom Lowe Lesson #12 [IC3a]: Israel in the Wilderness (HEBREWS 3:6b-11) Context: The context is the exodus from Egypt and the Israelites’ experience of unbelief in the wilderness. Because of their neglect to hear God’s message they delayed at the border. Because the people went ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 3:6-11

Denomination: Baptist

Child Of The King: Temptation And Identity

Contributed by Paul Humphrey on Mar 5, 2006

The Devil’s temptation of Jesus centered upon "if you are the Son of God." Even at the cross a voice cries, "If you are the Son of God, come down from the cross" (MT 27:40). Satan’s way may seem easier, but those led by the Spirit have a far different w

Child of the King: Temptation and Identity First Sunday of Lent 2006 Dr. Paul G. Humphrey There was a young preacher visiting with an old man who had an old hound dog. The preacher said, “that sure is a nice dog, what is his name?” The old farmer hemmed and hawed and said, “what is that flower ...read more

Scripture: Mark 1:9-13

Denomination: United Methodist

The Depths Of God's Love PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Jan 24, 2024

This sermon explores the significance of baptism, the wilderness experience, and the blessings we receive through faith in Christ, emphasizing our great need for Him. Mark & 1 Peter

Good morning, beloved family. As we gather here today, we are united by the same Spirit, the same faith, and the same hope. We are here to celebrate the goodness of our God, to seek His face, and to learn from His Word. Today, we are going to turn our hearts and minds towards the profound beauty of ...read more

Scripture: Mark 1:9-15, 1 Peter 3:18-22, Psalm 25:1-10

Topics: Jesus' Wilderness Experience

Facing Temptations Head-On

Contributed by Beth Garrod-Logsdon on Mar 1, 2010

Drawing the opening verses of this passge, we are reminded that through the power of God's Holy Spirit, we can face our temptations head-on, rahter than avoid them which is our first inclination.

Facing Temptations Head-On Luke 4:1-13 & Romans 10:8-13 (Lent 1C) Rev. Beth Garrod-Logsdon Wilmore Presbyterian Church Well, here we are again – the first Sunday of Lent. The day when the mood and emotions of worship seem to take a downhill slide – the hymns become more ...read more

Scripture: Luke 4:1-13

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Three Keys To Overcoming Temptations

Contributed by Ron Hicks on Aug 30, 2005

We overcome temptation by walking in the Spirit, the Word of God, and commitment.

08/7/05 AM THREE KEYS TO OVERCOMING TEMPTATION I hate temptations. They are so hard to resist and so easy to yield to. Some of us are like children who are told not to go out the door, as they continue to go out the door, etc. When we misbehave, the Holy Spirit is screaming don’t do it, while ...read more

Scripture: James 1:12

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Temptations Of Christ (Luke 4)

Contributed by Jonathan Spurlock on Jan 25, 2023

Jesus fasted or ate no food for 40 days after He was baptized. While there, the Devil came and tempted or put Jesus to the test in three different areas. Jesus triumphed, and so can we!

Based on a message preached at First Baptist Church, Chamois, MO, on 1-22-2023. This is not an exact transcription. Introduction: Last week we looked at how John the Baptist came preaching, far away from town, much like he might do here if he lived here. To give a kind of local flavor, he might ...read more

Scripture: Luke 4:1-13

Denomination: Baptist

A Second Chance For The Human Race

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Jan 22, 2016

Adam, son of God, failed in the Garden. Israel, son of God, rebelled in the wilderness. Jesus the Son of God, on behalf of us all, won the battle against temptation in the wilderness. Believers in Jesus are also called sons of God, so how must we live?

A SECOND CHANCE FOR THE HUMAN RACE. Luke 4:1-13. Man was always going to get a second chance after the Fall of Adam. God made a promise concerning the seed of the woman (Genesis 3:15), and ‘that seed was Christ’ (cf. Galatians 3:16; Galatians 3:29). We see in the temptation of Jesus a new Adam ...read more

Scripture: Luke 4:1-13

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Temptation Management-101—1 Series

Contributed by Byron Sherman on May 8, 2001

Part 1 of a 4 part sermon dealing with the importance of managing temptation effectively so that it will not become sin, thus freeing God to work in our lives.

Temptation Management-101—1—Luke 4:1-13 We must learn to control/manage life’s temptations...that we may prevent falling into—Sexual/Drug/Alcohol/Food/ Social-Relationship & Financial, etc...— sin. Jesus was able to manage temptation so that it never hindered His ministry. God’s people must know ...read more

Scripture: Luke 4:1-13

Denomination: Baptist