Lead us not into temptation – Matthew 6:13

 

Introduction

            Shell Suits and Scousers

 

            Flammable material and naked flames

 

 

Temptation (Matthew 6:13)

 

            Testing or Enticing

                        James 1:2 and James 1:13

 

                        Does God tempt His children? No

 

                        Does God tempt His children? Yes

 

 

            Testing versus Tempting

                       

                        The temptation of Jesus

 

 

                        The pattern of temptation

 

                        Illness

 

                        Jobless

 

                        Riches

 

 

Lead Us Not (Matthew 6:13)

 

            God’s Curriculum

                       

                        No sheltered environment

 

            Our Learning

 

                        The Swordsmith

 

 

Questions

1) What is the difference between a ‘trial’ and a ‘temptation’?

2) Why is it important to remember that God never entices us to do evil? What happens when we forget this truth?

3) What are the biggest temptations you face on a daily basis?

4) Can you think of a time when a trial became a temptation to sin because you responded wrongly? What did you learn from that experience?

5) Has this sermon helped you view trials in a more positive light? What difference will that make in your life?

6) How has the sermon informed and enhanced your praying of this line?