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Pastor Mark Hogan teaches on Matthew 6:13, explaining that temptation is an incitement to sin arising from Satan, our sinful flesh, and the world, not from God (James 1:13; Galatians 6:1). The petition does not ask never to encounter temptation—Jesus himself was led into the wilderness and warned his disciples to "watch and pray" in Gethsemane (Matthew 4; Matthew 26:41)—but asks God to preserve and strengthen believers so they are not overcome by and do not give in to temptation. Christians should continually pray this sixth petition, confess their weakness, rely on God's power rather than self-resolution, and seek deliverance from Satan's present attacks while hoping and waiting for the final destruction of evil. Hogan interprets "deliver us from the evil one" as chiefly concerning Satan and his domain, while the closing, "For yours is the kingdom and the power and the glory forever" (Matthew 6:13), affirms God's sovereign rule, ability, and eternal glory. The prayer's "Amen" is thus an expression of confidence that the Father hears and answers his children's petitions.

Question: What was the Sin of Adam? Answer: The sin of Adam was the willful; rebellion against the known commandment of God. Grab your Bible and join us as we learn about Adam's fall, the anatomy of temptation, what Adam's sin actually was, why Adam is blamed and not Eve, how could a Holy creature fall, the covenant he broke, and the Second Adam who came to save and restore what was lost in the first.

The book of James is written to Believers to teach them the proper response of faith. How does Spirit-wrought faith respond to things which try our faith and our brethren?

**John 2:24-25** Q: What does it mean "entrusting" and that "He didn't need man"? A: Starts at 2:00 **Luke 4:2-13** Q: In verse 13; When it says "finished every temptation", is this talking about categories of temptations? Also could you use these 3 categories to cover all types of temptations? A: Starts at 16:13 Q: Why does Satan call him God? A: Starts at 25:04 Q: Did Satan know that Jesus was going to go to the Cross? A: Starts at 32:02 Q: But, from the creation of the earth everything was already established? A: Starts at 33:38 **Matthew 21:33-46** Q: I can't follow the last verses from verses 42 down, can you clarify this section? A: Starts at 34:30

The sermon emphasizes the imperative to love the Lord above all else, contrasting the divine power that drives believers toward God with the spiritual forces that entice them to conform to the world. It identifies the lust of the flesh, the lust of the eyes, and the pride of life as primary strategies used by the enemy to divert Christians from their purpose, citing the temptation of Jesus and the departure of Demas as examples. The message defines true love not as a fleeting emotion but as a command to be obeyed, a steadfast commitment that endures hardship, and a dedication of time, particularly in morning prayer and study of the Word. By urging believers to prioritize their relationship with God over worldly pursuits, the sermon calls for a life of obedience and perseverance that remains anchored in divine promises and spiritual strength.

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This sermon explores the emotional and spiritual response to betrayal and perceived injustice, using Psalm 55 and the context of David's flight from Absalom as the primary framework. The speaker highlights David's human struggle with overwhelming sorrow and the temptation to react in anger, contrasting this with the wisdom of stepping back to evaluate the situation rather than responding hastily. The central message encourages believers to pour out their hearts to God in prayer, acknowledging their pain while recognizing that God is the ultimate judge who will bring justice in His own time. By citing Deuteronomy 32:35 and Romans 12:19, the sermon reinforces the theological truth that vengeance belongs to God, not to the individual. The tone is pastoral and comforting, urging the audience to cast their burdens upon the Lord, trusting that He will sustain them and handle difficult circumstances better than human effort alone.

James 1:12-18