Schemes: Expose the Enemy

Scheme 3: Temptation

Luke 4:1-13 

Temptation Scheme #1: Lust of the Flesh Luke 4:3-4
Something we want to DO
Doing what we want, when want to is rebellion against God’s plan for us

Temptation Scheme #2: Lust of the Eyes Luke 4:5-7
Something we want to HAVE
True contentment comes from godliness 1 Timothy 6:6-10

Temptations Scheme #3: Pride of Life Luke 4:9-11
Something you want to BE
God defines who you are, not the world.

What should we know about temptation schemes?
1.    They are real – Luke 11:4
2.    They are dangerous – 2 Peter 2:10
3.    Where they come from – James 1:13-15
4.    They are escapable – 1 Corinthians 10:13

Final Thought: Temptation is the enemy’s way of saying what God has done for you, is not enough.