1. Romans 12:21 “Do not be overcome by evil, but overcome evil with good.”

2. “Overcome” nikao (  ) “To conquer; overcome, vanquish, subdue; absolutely to overcome, prevail” (Analytical Greek Lexicon, Moulton, p.277).

3. Overcoming Evil This is a timely instruction We live in evil times (Ephesians 5:11-16). Satan tries to devour us (I Peter 5:8). World of evil men & women (II Timothy 3:12-13).

4. Overcoming Evil I. Success & Failure in Overcoming Evil. A. Joseph succeeded (Genesis 39:1-2; 7-12).

5. Joseph’s Success He said no. He prepared himself to say no. He fled. He said no. He prepared himself to say no. He fled.

6. Overcoming Evil I. Success & Failure in Overcoming Evil. A. Joseph succeeded (Genesis 39:1-2; 7-12). B. Peter failed (Luke 22:54-62).

7. Peter’s Failure He left Jesus’ side. He forgot who he was. He hide who he was. He left Jesus’ side. He forgot who he was. He hide who he was.

8. Overcoming Evil II. How Can We Overcome Evil? A. Resist Evil (James 4:7). B. Fight with the Spirit’s sword (Matthew 4:3-4). C. Flee from its presence (II Timothy 2:22).

9. Overcoming Evil II. How Can We Overcome Evil? D. Abstain from that which battles against the soul (I Peter 2:11). E. Guard our companions (I Corinthians 15:33).

10. Overcoming Evil II. How Can We Overcome Evil? F. Meditate on what is right (Mark 7:20-23; Philippians 4:8). G. Trust in God’s promises (II Peter 2:9; I Corinthians 10:13).

11. Overcoming Evil What will come from victory? The crown of life (James 1:12). Our name in the book of Life (Revelation 3:5). Tree of life (Revelation 22:14).