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Fighting for Your Life

“Greatest Fight of All Time”

Luke 4:1-2a

1. The Reality of Temptation
   1. Temptations were real for Jesus, so he knows how it feels and is able to help.
   2. Temptation is not sin; giving in is.
   3. Temptation is a fight for your life
      1. You’re not fighting to get or keep eternal life
      2. You’re fighting the attack on abundant life
   4. The Purpose of Temptation
      1. Satan’s purpose: He tempts us to defeat us, discourage us, destroy our walk with God
      2. God’s purpose: He tests us to prepare us, deepen us, strengthen our walk with Him
         1. Every temptation is a test of our trust in God.
         2. Every temptation is an opportunity to grow stronger in God.
      3. The Setting of Temptation
         1. Wilderness times: Often when we are depleted or isolated
         2. Exciting times: coming off an exhilarating
      4. The Effects of Temptation

In every temptation you strengthen or weaken:

• Your intimacy with God
• Your trust in God
• Your ability to fight

5. The Defeat of Temptation
   1. The Word of God
   2. The Spirit of God