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  • Mitchell Skelton avatar

    Temptation

    Contributed by Mitchell Skelton on Jun 10, 2003
    based on 17 ratings
     | 4,748 views

    The perils of Temptation and overcoming temptation.

    Temptation James 1:13–15 I. Temptation comes from the devil through our own evil desires. James 1:13 A. The devil is called the “tempter” in the bible. Matt. 4:3; 1 Thess. 3:5 B. Jesus was tempted in this way. Matt. 4:1–11 1. Through His hunger. 2. By his desire to be accepted by ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • David Trexler avatar

    Temptation

    Contributed by David Trexler on Oct 11, 2006
     | 6,099 views

    This sermon compares the temptation of Adam and Eve with the temptation of Christ, relating them both to our temptations today

    The Temptation of Eve and Christ (2006) Genesis 3:1-7 and Matthew 4:1-11 The Holy Gospel according to St. Matthew the 4th chapter beginning at the first verse. Then Jesus was led up by the Spirit into the wilderness to be tempted by the devil. 2 He fasted forty days and forty nights, and ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

  • Darrin Fish avatar

    Temptation

    Contributed by Darrin Fish on May 7, 2014
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     | 7,506 views

    Learning how to deal with tempation

    Why does it seem like everything in life is better than what we have? • Webster’s Dictionary tells us that temptation is “the act of enticement to do wrong by the promise of pleasure or gain.” • Isn’t that just like the Devil, getting us to do something wrong ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Church

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    Temptations? Series

    Contributed by Paul Clemente on Sep 28, 2015
     | 4,494 views

    How do we deal with temptations which always creep into our lives?

    We continue our study of the Letter by James in the New Testament. Last week we noted that no matter who that James was, God spoke though him. All Scripture is God-breathed and is useful for teaching, rebuking, correcting and training in righteousness… 2 Timothy 3:16! We worship with God’s Word and ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

  • Peter Fisher avatar

    Temptation

    Contributed by Peter Fisher on Mar 9, 2014
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    The temptation of Christ and how it helps us avoid or resist

    Preached at St Johns, Billericay 9 March 2014 Introduction In Oscar Wilde's play “Lady Windemere's Fan” Lord Darlington says “I can resist anything but temptation”. It is said rather flippantly in the play, but for us it is a good starting point. Should we try to resist ...read more

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    Denomination: Anglican

  • Clay Ledford avatar

    Temptation

    Contributed by Clay Ledford on Aug 24, 2018
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    We all face temptations. We need to know how to deal with them and Jesus shows ys.

    Temptations. Luke 4:1 – 13. Temptation + Opportunity = Trouble. Example: Krispy Kreme’s Hot and Now sign. I love Krispy Kreme Donuts. My town doesn’t have one but a neighboring one does. When I want a donut I have the temptation, but if I am at home I do not have the opportunity. When I go to ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Brad Beaman avatar

    Temptation Series

    Contributed by Brad Beaman on Apr 5, 2023
     | 1,652 views

    Jesus’ temptation and His victory over temptation are practical for us because we are so often ourselves tempted. Jesus is victorious over temptation. We have a savior who can identify with our temptations.

    You will be tempted. You can be sure of that. It is helpful for us to look at how Jesus was tempted and how Jesus responded to his temptation in the wilderness. This will help us in developing our strategy of resisting our own temptation. It doesn’t get much more practical than how to respond to ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • John Oscar avatar

    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

  • I. Grant Spong avatar

    Temptation

    Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Feb 24, 2020
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     | 6,154 views

    Life is filled with trials and temptations. Sometimes we fail. Jesus was also faced with great tests, but he succeeded. Let’s learn how Jesus battled temptations and won. Let’s look at the testing of Christ in Matthew 4:1-11.

    Life is filled with trials and temptations. Sometimes we fail. Jesus was also faced with great tests, but he succeeded. Let’s learn how Jesus battled temptations and won. Let’s look at the testing of Christ in Matthew 4:1-11. Led by the Spirit Matthew 4:1-2 1 Then Jesus was led by the Spirit into ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

  • Gaither Bailey avatar

    Temptation

    Contributed by Gaither Bailey on Feb 26, 2020
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    Temptation is the bridge that leads to sin should be choose to cross it.

    Temptation Matthew 4: 1 - 11 Intro: Drew Anderson from Tucson, Arizona wrote of his experience in Reader’s Digest. He was shopping in a mall with his wife when a shapely young woman in a very short, form fitting dress walked by. He said as she walked by his gaze followed her. Without looking ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

  • Dr. Abraham Obadare avatar

    Temptation

    Contributed by Dr. Abraham Obadare on Sep 26, 2019
     | 6,063 views

    Temptation is something we all experience. This writeup will help us examine the meaning and source of temptation. Also, scriptural ways of overcoming it will be provided. May we not fall into temptation in Jesus name.

    Temptation is what got us to where we are today in the world - as the first man and woman succumbed to it in the garden of Eden (Genesis 3:1-19). We thank God however, for providing us a way of overcoming. THe way is Jesus Christ. Halleluyah! Do you find yourself struggling with various forms of ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

  • Wayne Lawson avatar

    Temptation

    Contributed by Wayne Lawson on Nov 14, 2016
    based on 4 ratings
     | 24,882 views

    DO YOU BELIEVE THE DEVIL HAD THE ADACITY TO TEMPT CHRIST? The devil came after Jesus. He had the Guts to come after Jesus – Emmanuel – God with Us. You better believe devil has no problem coming after us and Tempting us

    This sermon is not an original thought for key points. Some points used from multiple sources found on Sermon Central. The points have been expanded upon and added too in this manuscript preached at First Baptist Church, Ardmore, OK TITLE: TEMPTATION SCRIPTURE: ST. MATTHEW 4:1 I recall hearing ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Temptation PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Jan 15, 2024
    based on 3 ratings
     | 197 views

    This sermon explores the universal experience of temptation, emphasizing its role in testing faith and refining character, and the power of God's Word to overcome it.

    Good morning, we gather here today, nestled in the warm embrace of fellowship and faith, to engage with a topic that touches us all – temptation. This is not a subject reserved for the few or the fallen; it is a universal experience, an inevitable encounter on the road of life. Yet, it is not a ...read more

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    Temptation PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Jan 23, 2024
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     | 185 views

    This sermon emphasizes the importance of living by the Bible, resisting temptation, and maintaining hope, humility, and faith in our Christian journey.

    Welcome, beloved, to this gathering of hearts and minds united in faith and the love of our Lord Jesus Christ. We find ourselves here, not by mere chance or circumstance, but by the divine orchestration of our Heavenly Father who has a word for each of us today. A word that is as timeless as it is ...read more

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    Temptation

    Contributed by Gaither Bailey on Mar 21, 2019
     | 3,730 views

    What is a correct, Biblical reaction to temptation?

    Tempted Luke 4: 1 – 13 Intro: A young newly-wed was sitting at his desk paying bills when he came to the credit card statement. As he scanned through the charges he noticed a charge of $250 from a department store. He called for his wife to join him. He asked her, “How could you spend $250 at ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed