By Gary Hampton, Siwell Road congregation, Jackson MS
Text: Matthew 4:1-11
1. God has power over the devil.
1.1. Matthew 4:1 Spirit led Jesus to be tempted.
1.2. God challenged the devil!
1.2.1. 1 Cor. 10:13 “No temptation has overtaken you.”
1.2.2. Hebrews 2:14
2. Temptations often follow mountaintop experiences.
2.1. Matthew 3:13-17
2.2. 1 Corinthians 10:12
2.3. Matthew 16:13-20
2.4. Matthew 16:21-23
3. Temptations fall into three areas.
3.1. 1 John 2:15-17
3.2. Lust of the flesh – Matthew 4:2-3
3.3. Lust of the eyes – Matthew 4:8-9
3.4. Pride of life – Matthew 4:5-6
4. Temptations can be overcome with God’s word.
4.1. Matthew 4:4, 7, 10
4.2. Ephesians 6:13-17