Sermons on Yielding To Temptation:

Becoming Triumphant Over Temptation Series

Contributed by Tom Shepard on Jul 28, 2008

A "How To Overcome Temptation" sermon. Practical insights for deaing with temptation. 1. Be REALISTIC 2. Be RESPONSIBLE 3. Be READY 4. Get REFOCUSED

Becoming Triumphant Over Temptation (How To Overcome Temptation) Today we are continuing an in depth study on the book of James. We have looked at how you can have power over your problems. We have discovered that God wants you to make wise decisions. Today we are going to see how you can be ...read more

Scripture: James 1:12-17

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

We Can Overcome Temptation Series

Contributed by David Owens on Oct 20, 2008

The reality is that we will all be tempted. The good news is that we have remedies that can help us overcome temptation.

Introduction: A. How many of you have enjoyed reading the comic strip “Cathy” over the years? 1. “Cathy” is a comic strip drawn by Cathy Guisewite. 2. It features a woman who struggles through the "four basic guilt groups" of life — food, love, mom, and work — the strip gently pokes fun at the ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 10:1-13

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Temptation Of Jesus Dws#2 Series

Contributed by John Butler on Jun 17, 2008

What the Greek says about temptation.

The Temptation of Jesus... I. Introduction... Praise God Church! How many in here tonight have ever been through a time of testing? How many have ever been through trials or temptation? I’m pretty sure everyone in here has been through something like that. Amen? There’s been at least one ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 4:1-11

Truth About Sex And Temptation

Contributed by Jeff Poms on Jan 10, 2007

This is a powerful message to both the believer and unbeliever about the truths of what happens to those who fall into temptation

The truth about sex/temptation Introduction: Today I want to talk about the trap of sexual sin. We have lots to cover so let’s get into God’s Word. The Beginnings Gen. 1:26-8 God created us a specific way male and female. One compliments the other and one is made for the other emotionally, ...read more

Denomination: Vineyard

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

Temptations Senior Citizens Face Series

Contributed by Michael Luke on Jun 25, 2006

Temptations common to senior citizens

(adapted from a messages by Mark Jones, Bob Russell, and Dan Webb) SERIES: “FATAL TEMPTATIONS” TEXT: JAMES 1:14-15; JOSHUA 14:6-14 TITLE: “TEMPTATIONS SENIOR CITIZENS FACE” INTRODUCTION: A. You Know You’re Getting Old When… 1. You and your teeth don’t ...read more

Scripture: James 1:14-15

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Temptations Church Members Face Series

Contributed by Michael Luke on Jun 25, 2006

Temptations common to church members

SERIES: “FATAL TEMPTATIONS” TEXT: SELECTED TITLE: “TEMPTATIONS CHURCH MEMBERS FACE” INTRODUCTION: A. Native hunters in the jungles of Africa have a clever way of trapping monkeys. They slice a coconut in two, hollow it out, and in one half of ...read more

Scripture: James 1:14-15

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Simple Truth About Temptation Series

Contributed by Don Jaques on Jul 11, 2006

All Christians can overcome temptation by taking the way out that is provided.

There’s a real benefit to the ability to resist temptation... especially in the realm of sin. For some, it will be easier than others – but if any of us wants to succeed in our spiritual lives – let alone the rest of our lives – we must come to grips with how to overcome temptation. That’s what ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 10:1-13

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Trials And Temptations - Part 2 Series

Contributed by Carl Willis on Apr 14, 2001

A further look at the issue of trials and temptations in the life of a Christian.

Trials and Temptations - Pt. 2 James 1:12-18 This week we will be returning to the issue of trials and temptations as addressed in James chapter 1. James starts off with a challenge. "Don’t give up." Remember testing is a process and as a process we know that it is ongoing with many phases. ...read more

Scripture: James 1:12-18

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Temptation Before The Second Coming Series

Contributed by James O. Davis on Oct 30, 2003

There are two important reasons Christians should attend church regularly. I want to share these two reasons as they relate to the temptation before the Second Coming. Why should we attend God’s House?

James O. Davis is the founder and president of Second Billion (TM). You are invited to learn more about Second Billion by visiting www.billion.tv. INTRODUCTION Have you ever heard someone say they do not have to go to church to be a Christian? There are those who used to regularly attend ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 10:19-25, Matthew 4:1-11

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Jesus Turns Away Temptation

Contributed by Jeffrey Samelson on Mar 2, 2004

A look at the devil’s temptation of Christ and what it gives us for dealing with temptation in our own lives.

February 29, 2004 — First Sunday in Lent Christ Lutheran Church, Columbia, MD Pastor Jeff Samelson Luke 4:1-13 Jesus TURNS Away Temptation Trust Use God’s Word Recognize Temptation Never Surrender (note: An outline for the congregation should be printed in the bulletin, put on screen, etc., with ...read more

Scripture: Luke 4:1-13

Denomination: Lutheran

Temptation--Only A Question, Not An Answer

Contributed by Marilyn Murphree on Apr 7, 2007

Temptation comes in varied and subtle ways. But we can resist in rather than give in.

April, 2007 “Temptation--Only a Question, Not an Answer” Matthew 4:1-11 INTRODUCTION: Desserts have sometimes been named “seduction” or “temptation” because there is something “delicious” and full of promise offered. Oscar Wilde said, “The only way to get rid of temptation is to give in to ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 4:1-11

Denomination: Methodist

I Can Beat This Temptation

Contributed by Rick Gillespie- Mobley on Jun 18, 2005

This message deals with what we need to do to avoid temptation and to see it for what it really is.

I Can Beat This Temptation 6/12/05 Proverbs 23 29-35 I Corinthians 10:9-13 Is there anyone here who faced temptation this past week? You may have found yourself in the ring, ready to give that knockout punch, only to discover that temptation was a little stronger and a little quicker ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 10:9-13

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Might Temptation Appear In This Form? Series

Contributed by Alexander Shaw on Oct 11, 2015

Temptation can arise in various ways of which this is just one!

Might This Temptation Arise In Man’s Mind? Last week I wrote a brief introduction to the book of Jonah. Today we move on, but do read and study the book of Jonah. It has many lessons to teach us about ourselves and about Almighty God, and do remember that Jesus Christ, the Son of God, ...read more

Scripture: Jonah 1:1-3

Denomination: Apostolic

How To Understand & Defeat Temptation Series

Contributed by Buffy Cook on Jan 25, 2015

"For Dummies" books are a raging success! Why? Full of practical wisdom and simple "How To's" Wouldn't a "Christianity for Dummies," a book full of practical wisdom & simple How Tos on how to live out our faith, be great? James & this series is JUST THAT

Christianity For Dummies: How To Understand & Defeat Temptation James 1:13-18 I. Introduction A. Well, we've just started our series "Christianity for Dummies" based on the Book of James. We talked about the fact that this series title is not meant to insult but is rather a term of ...read more

Scripture: James 1:13-18

Denomination: Baptist