Sermon Illustrations

Tag: temptation

  • Despair and depression

    And one thing you need to remember is that the oppressive darkness and the temptation to despair is common to man. You are not alone. About ¼ of the Psalms are written to help you. And one man’s surrender to the darkness does not at all mean that’s where you’ll end up. This precious promise…

  • Wanting and willing

    Wanting and willing

    When you want the wrong thing and will the right things, that’s righteousness. I’m not the temptations I resist, I am only the virtues I’m embracing. Doesn’t matter what you want, it’s what you will Kris VallottonClick to TweetFrom the book “Building a Discipling Culture, 2nd Edition” Available on amazon.co.uk*Available on amazon.com*

  • Opportunity and temptation

    Opportunity and temptation

    Opportunity may knock only once, but temptation leans on the doorbell Nicky Gumbel – UK Vicar, Alpha Course (1955- )Click to Tweet

  • Call in help

    Call in help

    If Satan continues to hound you, call in help and do not listen to the devil’s counsel to the contrary. The very strength of some temptations lies in trying to keep them hidden. Telling a trusted, godly friend of your struggles often brings relief. Satan knows this too well, so in order more freely to…

  • Dealing with fears

    If you would argue less with Satan and pray more to God about your fears, they would soon be resolved. Can you expect truth from a liar, or comfort from an adversary? Turn your back and go to God. Try not to worry, sooner or later you will receive your certificate of assurance. William GurnallClick…

  • Source of power

    How does the believer tap into his source of power? To be strong in the Lord’s might requires two acts of faith. First you must have a settled, firm persuasion that the Lord is almighty in power. This is a foundational truth. Secondly you must not only believe that God is almighty, but also that…

  • Grass greener?

    The grass is not greener on the other side of the fence – it is greener where we water it.’ In fact, ‘If the grass looks greener, it’s probably AstroTurf!’ Nicky Gumbel – UK Vicar, Alpha Course (1955- )Click to Tweet

  • When God’s people are beset

    When God’s people are beset by temptation or persecution, revelation of God’s character and glory is the best remedy. His power guarantees the final victory his Justice guarantees vindication of the right, and his goodness and magnificence guarantee blessing and comfort. Vern PoythressClick to TweetFrom the book “The Returning King, A Guide to the Book…