Lead us not into temptation

Northwest Bible Church – May 10, 2026 – Matthew – Alan Conner

Matthew 6:13

Lead us not into temptation

Intro 

A.  DO NOT LEAD US INTO TEMPTATION.

1. The nature of this temptation.

a. Not “temptation” as an enticement to sin.  James 1:13

b. “Temptation” can refer to testing.  Genesis 22:1-2; Deuteronomy 8:2, 26

1. Temptations expose our inner character.

B. BUT DELIVER US FROM THE EVIL ONE.

1. Satan is probably in view.    
2. “Deliver” – to rescue someone from a fate he cannot escape on his own.  
3. Jesus is the perfect example of overcoming all temptations.   Matthew 4:1-11
4. Means of grace to overcome Satan’s temptations.

a. armor of God.  Ephesians 6:10-18

b. the sword of the Spirit.    1 John 2:14; Psalms 119:9-11

C. DOXOLOGY

1. Almost certainly a later addition.   
2. Adopt it as your own personal words of praise to God.  

D. LESSONS

1. We are weaker than we think.    
2. God is our Keeper.   1 Corinthians 10:13; 2 Peter 2:9

Conclusion