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  • Paul Clemente avatar

    Saying No To Temptations Series

    Contributed by Paul Clemente on Jun 16, 2009
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     | 4,060 views

    Say no to temptation, no matter how hard it may be, for there is no substitute for God’s presence in and provisions for our lives today and forever!

    When the disciples asked Jesus how to pray, Jesus taught them what we call today the Lord’s Prayer. Let us slowly pray it together: Our Father …………… This prayer of course is not meant to be a repetitive, by rote type of prayer. It is a model for prayer. If it was meant to be a repetitive type ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    Dealing With Temptations Series

    Contributed by Paul Clemente on Sep 12, 2011
     | 4,487 views

    Know and use your godly weapons for temptations!

    The Christian Apostle Paul states in Romans 7:21-23, “So I find this law at work: When I want to do good, evil is right there with me. For in my inner being I delight in God’s law; but I see another law at work in the members of my body, waging war against the law of my mind and making me a ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    Temptation, Sin, And Consequences (Part 1) Series

    Contributed by David Owens on May 19, 2009
    based on 4 ratings
     | 6,589 views

    David, the man after God’s own heart fell into sin. Looking at his life we can see how he allowed himself to end up in a weakened state, and we can learn from his mistakes how to avoid the same.

    Introduction: A. Perhaps there have been times when you have felt like praying this prayer: “Dear Heavenly Father, I think you’d be proud of me! So far today I’ve done all right. I haven’t gossiped, lusted, lost my temper, haven’t been greedy, grumpy, or selfish. Praise Your Name! I’m grateful ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Narnia: The Joys Of Turkish Delight Series

    Contributed by David Selleck on Nov 17, 2005
    based on 9 ratings
     | 2,330 views

    Turkish Delight creates addiction and represents temptation and sin from which we need redemption.

    Narnia II Dec 4, 2005 Template for worship planning David Selleck Lakeside United Methodist, Muskegon, Michign Felt Need: How is sin similar or different in Narnia, than what we deal with in our daily lives. Hoped for Results: Each person would receive the awareness that, anything that ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    Temptation Series

    Contributed by D Marion Clark on Oct 3, 2012
     | 5,845 views

    How temptation comes and how to withstand it.

    Introduction Have you ever been in this situation? Parents do this a lot; teachers, coaches also revert to it. Someone wants to tell you a story. As you are listening, you start to grow uncomfortable as you realize there is a moral to the story which is about to be applied to you. Paul is ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    Temptation

    Contributed by Jerry Cosper on May 10, 2022
     | 1,674 views

    Through the life of Joseph, the Bible gives us an example of how we can move beyond temptation and make the right choice.

    Have you ever been tempted? Sure, you have. Things that catch our attention flash before our eyes and we feel the urge to respond. It might be that second helping of chocolate cake. It might be some ad in a commercial that advertises something that we don't need and can't afford. A ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Temptation Series

    Contributed by John Oscar on Aug 29, 2022
     | 2,185 views

    This message is from the Sermon Central Series, "From the Ashes" and is heavily edited for use in our church.

    Temptation From the Ashes Series Week 1 – Temptation Scripture: Matthew 4:1-11, James 4:7-10, 1 Corinthians 10:13, 1 Timothy 6:9, Hebrews 2:18 and 4:12, James 1:2-3 Opening idea- chocolate on the seats Introduction Today we begin a 6-week sermon series called From the Ashes. It’s going to be ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Defeating Temptation Series

    Contributed by Steve Malone on Jul 2, 2018
    based on 1 rating
     | 9,398 views

    Temptation is everyone's battle, James gives some very practical advice on how to defeat it.

    Defeating Temptation #makingitreal (3) Real Faith is grounded in the resurrection of Jesus and it results in a new life, a new purpose and a new identity (as a servant of God and of the Lord Jesus Christ)! Real Faith turns trials into triumphs. When tempted, no one should say, “God is ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    The Deadly Progression Of Sin Series

    Contributed by Jon Daniels on Oct 3, 2022
     | 1,401 views

    Based on James 1:12-18 - Challenges hearers to stand strong in the face of temptation.

    “THE DEADLY PROGRESSION OF SIN” James 1:12-15 FBCF – 10/2/22 Jon Daniels INTRO – Video – All of us feel that way sometimes. Find ourselves constantly being rocked w/ temptations from every direction. Let’s talk about that today. EXPLANATION – James 1:12-18 Sometimes we feel that we need to ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Facing Temptation

    Contributed by David Seeley on Mar 5, 2004
    based on 16 ratings
     | 2,267 views

    God has promised to provide a way of escape for every temptation we face. Because of this there is no need for us to fall repeatedly into sin. We must learn to lean on His strength to keep us strong during temptation.

    Facing Temptation Text: Luke 22:31-32 “And the Lord said, Simon, Simon, behold, Satan hath desired to have you, that he may sift you as wheat: But I have prayed for thee, that thy faith fail not: and when thou art converted, strengthen thy brethren.” I. Realize that Jesus was tempted (Hebrews ...read more

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    Denomination: Holiness

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    The Allure Of Sin

    Contributed by Rick Boyne on Aug 7, 2012
     | 3,817 views

    We must not give in to our temptation and be overtaken by our lusts.

    The Allure of Sin August 5, 2012 Evening Service Immanuel Baptist Church, Wagoner, OK Rick Boyne Message Point: We must not give in to our temptation and be overtaken by our lusts. Focus Passage: 2 Samuel 13:1-14 Supplemental Passage: No temptation has overtaken you but such as is common to ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Life Man's Way

    Contributed by Paul Carlson on Jan 25, 2010
     | 1,596 views

    Because Christ made a way to defeat Satan; you must refuse to yield to His crafty temptations to sin.

    I. Have biblical convictions and always flee sin! v. 1-5 A. The strategy of confusion (1-3). B. The strategy of presumption (4). C. The strategy of ambition (5). II. Refuse to allow sin to germinate and take root by yielding to it! v. 5-6 ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Recognizing The Temptation Trap

    Contributed by John Gaston on Sep 8, 2023
    based on 1 rating
     | 1,522 views

    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

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    The Gestation Of Sin

    Contributed by Michael Trask on Mar 6, 2006
    based on 22 ratings
     | 6,695 views

    This sermon gives "ultrasound" picture of the development of life-controlling sins and shows how God has given us all that we need to overcome them.

    The Gestation of Sin James 1:12-18 So, how far along are you? I know, that’s not really the kind of question you would expect to hear a pastor utter at the beginning of his sermon. It’s really the kind of question that one pregnant lady would ask another as they wait to see the doctor. ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    The Silent Sin Series

    Contributed by Michael Stover on May 4, 2001
    based on 61 ratings
     | 2,825 views

    This sin is something we just don’t talk about today. It is not one of the Baptist ’biggies’; it is hidden, private, and all the more dangerous.

    I. A Discipline that is Deceitful A. Pharisees Insisted on External Obedience 1. Pharisees had reduced commandment number seven down to the mere physical act of adultery 2. Cup and platter analogy (Matthew 23:25-26), “Woe to you, scribes and Pharisees, hypocrites! For you cleanse the outside of the ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist