How To Win Over Temptations | Mike Prah Sermon

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HOW TO WIN OVER TEMPTATION

JAMES: FAITH THAT WORKS series – Part 3

James 1:13-17 | Mike Prah

 “God blesses those who patiently endure testing and temptation. Afterward they will receive the crown of life that God has promised to those who love him. 13 And remember, when you are being tempted, do not say, “God is tempting me.” God is never tempted to do wrong, and He never tempts anyone else. 14 Temptation comes from our own desires, which entice us and drag us away. 15 These desires give birth to sinful actions. And when sin is allowed to grow, it gives birth to death. 16 So don’t be misled, my dear brothers and sisters. 17 Whatever is good and perfect is a gift coming down to us from God our Father, who created all the lights in the heavens. He never changes or casts a shifting shadow.”  James 1:12-17 (NLT)

"God blesses those who doesn't give in and do wrong when they are tempted, for afterwards they will get as reward the crown of life that God has promised those who love Him."  James 1:12 (NLT+LB) 

HOW CAN I WIN OVER TEMPTATION – 4 Rs

 1. I CAN OVERCOME TEMPTATION BY BEING  

"When you are tempted..."  James 1:13a (NLT) 

“Jesus understands every weakness of ours, because He was tempted in every way that we are. But He did not sin!” Hebrews 4:15 (CEV) 

 “The temptations in your life are no different from what others experience …” 1 Corinthians 10:13 (NLT) 

2. I CAN OVERCOME TEMPTATION BY BEING  

“When you are being tempted, do not say, “God is tempting me.” God is never tempted to do wrong, and He never tempts anyone else.” James 4:13 (NLT) 

3. I CAN OVERCOME TEMPTATION BY BEING  

“Each person is tempted when they are dragged away by their own evil desire and enticed … Don’t be deceived.” James 1:14,16a (NIV) 

4 STEPS THE DEVIL USES TO TEMPT US — 4Ds

“So that Satan will not outsmart us, we are familiar with his evil schemes.” 2 Corinthians 2:11 (NLT) 

“Temptation comes from our own desires, which entice us and drag us away. These desires give birth to sinful actions. And when sin is allowed to grow, it gives birth to death.” James 1:14-15 (NLT)

Desire | Deception | Disobedience | Death (Separation from God)

 STEP 1: DESIRE

“Temptation comes from our own desires …” James 1:14a (NLT) 

• Temptation is when we abuse and misuse the good things that God has given us.
• Temptation is fulfilling a legitimate desire in the wrong way, at the wrong time or with wrong amount. 

STEP 2: DECEPTION

“Temptation comes from our own desires, which entice us and drag us away” James 1:14a (NLT)              

STEP 3: DISOBEDIENCE

“These desires give birth to sinful actions …” James 1:15a (NLT) 

STEP 4: DEATH (Separation from God)

“These desires give birth to sinful actions. And when sin is allowed to grow, it gives birth to death.” James 1:15 (NLT 

4. I CAN OVERCOME TEMPTATION BY  

“Whatever is good and perfect is a gift coming down to us from God our Father, who created all the lights in the heavens.” James 1:17 (NLT) 

“God is faithful; He will not let you be tempted beyond what you can bear. But when you are tempted, He will also provide a way out so that you can endure it.” 1 Corinthians 10:13b (NIV) 

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