Temptation | 9.3.23

A sermon from Matthew 18:7-9

1. The root of temptation
2. The response to temptation

Gospel Connection

Genesis 3 introduced sin to the world and all mankind.  The sin of Adam plunged all humanity into sin.  Each human being is born into "original sin."  Therefore, "all have sinned and fall short of the glory of God" (Romans 3:23).  All sin separates us from God (Isaiah 59:2) and leads to death, "for the wages of sin is death, but the free gift of God is eternal life in Christ Jesus our Lord" (Romans 6:23).  Jesus is the only way to a relationship with God and an eternity with him in Heaven (John 14:6).  That relationship is established by grace through faith, which is a gift from God (Ephesians 2:8-9).  Will you accept it?

 

Application

What intentional actions will you implement into your life this week to keep you from the stumbling blocks leading to sin?

Prayer

As I live each day I ask, Holy Spirit, for You to remind me of Biblical truth and the power of Jesus in me to choose obedience to You, my God.