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This sermon examines the temptation of Christ in Matthew 4 to demonstrate that effective spiritual defense requires precise, contextually accurate application of Scripture rather than generic quoting. The central argument posits that Satan operates through a formula combining human trials, distorted truth, and self-deceit to induce wrong decisions, whereas believers must counter this with reasoned decisions based on the full scope of God's Word. By analyzing each of Jesus' three responses, the message highlights how specific biblical contexts—such as the rules of manna, the prohibition against testing God, and the conditional nature of covenant blessings—correct Satan's partial truths. The tone is instructional and analytical, urging the audience to recognize that a right response depends on accurate data from God's Word, contrasting the 'garbage in, garbage out' principle of flawed reasoning with the clarity found in Scripture.

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The ability to properly discern truth from error, good from evil and right from wrong is necessary to live a godly life. This sermon explores the elements necessary to have proper discernment to walk the narrow road leading to life, and how to avoid Satan's schemes, deceptions and lies that would lead you astray to the broad road heading to destruction.

"Don't pressure the weak to imitate your standards – persuade them to interpret your Scriptures." The local church is absolutely essential to your sanctification. Satan has two effective methods for destroying the work of God: 1. Legalism & 2. Liberties.

MUSIC AND THE CHURCH, PART 2 TEXT: Ephesians 5:1-21 I. MUSIC AND THE REFORMATION. A. The Reformation: a Needed "Reset." B. Luther's Restoration of Congregational Singing. II. ORIGINS AND ASSESSMENT OF THE ROCK SOUND. A. Rock Music Defined. B. Origins of the Rock Sound. C. Origins of Contemporary Christian Music

This sermon examines Jesus' authority over demonic forces as recorded in Luke 11, emphasizing that His power comes from the finger of God rather than Satan. The message warns believers about the pervasive influence of evil through modern media, including pornography and entertainment, which targets families and children. It urges the church to put on the full armor of God and maintain a life of repentance and good works to prevent spiritual regression. The text highlights the danger of allowing unclean spirits to return with greater evil if a household is not filled with the Holy Spirit. Ultimately, the sermon calls for a steadfast focus on Christ and His Word to secure salvation and protect the next generation.

Continued teaching on the doctrine of angels, specifically the dynamics of spiritual warfare using selected Scriptures and relevant extra-biblical sources.

If our adversary, the devil, is like a roaring lion seeing who he may devour we had better be on guard and know what to expect and how to be protected.

Doreen Virtue explains how Satan uses counterfeit spiritual experiences and false teaching to draw people away from the true gospel. She addresses the New Age emphasis on feelings, distortions of God's love, and deception concerning sin, judgment, and salvation. Pointing to Christ's sinless life, substitutionary death, and bodily resurrection, she urges listeners to repent, trust in Christ, and test spiritual claims by Scripture. For more from Contending for the Word Q&A, please visit: https://servantsofgrace.org/contending-for-the-word-qa/