Three Keys to Overcoming Temptation – Northside Christian Church

Three Keys to Overcoming Temptation

Wayne Bushnell | Aug 11, 2024

Sermon Notes

2 Corinthians 8:21

Life is the sum of the decisions we make.

Our bad decisions begin when we respond to temptation’s whisper by saying, “Just this once.”

Matthew 26:41

3 pre-decisions to fight against temptation:

  • Move the line
  • Magnify the cost
  • Plan your escape

Why would I resist temptation in the future if I have the power to eliminate it today?

Questions to consider:

Move the line:

  • Where is temptation continually leading you to sin?
  • Is there any place in your life where pride in your willpower is keeping you from escaping temptation?
  • How will you move the line?

Magnify the cost

  • Using your own temptation, list out the worst case results that could cost you dearly.

Plan your escape

  • Identify and write down your escape route when your personal temptation comes.

Hebrews 12:1-3

Wayne Bushnell

Wayne Bushnell

Wayne Bushnell is the Lead Minister at Northside Christian Church. He has been serving NCC since 1994.