Lead us not into Temptation - February 13, 2022

with Pastor Chuck Ryan.

“Lead us not into Temptation”
Text: James 1:12-18
Thesis: Every Christian is tempted to sin but by the power of the Holy Spirit we do not
have to yield to temptation.
1. While experiencing trials or stress some may be tempted to alleviate their pressures
through unethical or immoral ways. (Vs. 12)
A. The devil tempted Jesus to sin during his 40 days of fasting in the desert.
See Matthew 4:1-11
*“For we do not have a high priest who is unable to sympathize with our
weaknesses, but we have one who has been tempted in every way, just as we are--yet without sin.”
Hebrews 4:15-16
1. Be aware that temptations may come during extreme physical and mental fatigue.
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B. Jesus’ Temptation came directly following a spiritually high moment.

1. Be aware that temptation may come when you are doing great things for
See Mark 1:9-13 God.

2. Temptation does not come from God. (Vs. 13 & 16-17)
A. God may allow you to experience trials to strengthen you, but he will
never entice you to sin.
3. Temptation comes from within a person. (Vs. 14)
A. Temptations can be unique to everyone.
B. Avoid the things that tempt you.
C. Do not deceive yourself by placing false confidence in your own strengths.
4. By the power of the Holy Spirit, it is possible to resist yielding to
temptation.
*“...but we have one who has been tempted in every way, just as we are -- yet without sin.”
Hebrews 4:16
*“Because he himself suffered when he was tempted, he is able to help those who are being
tempted.”
Hebrews 2:18
A. Break the sin cycle.
1. Give your temptations to Jesus
*“I can do everything through him who gives me strength.”
Philippians 4:13
2. Confess your sin to Jesus.
*“If we confess our sins, he is faithful and just and will forgive us our sins and purify us
from all unrighteousness.”
1 John 1:9
*“Jesus declared, “Go now and leave your life of sin.”
John 8:11
3. “Walk in the light, as he is in the light.”
1 John 1:7