THE TEMPTATION OF CHRIST
We learn many lessons from the spiritual battle between Jesus and Satan.
Jesus fasted 40 days and nights in the Judean Desert, after his baptism.
Satan tried to tempt Him in a similar way that Satan tempts us.
Jesus rebuked Satan in his three attempts to turn Him away from God’s purpose.
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Satan told him to make bread out of stones to relieve His hunger
Jesus replied it is written that man does not live on bread alone,
To Him, God’s Word was more filling than bread made from stone.
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The devil led him to a high place and showed Him the worldly kingdoms.
He said that he would give Him all their authority and splendour.
Satan said he could give it to anyone if they worship him solely.
Jesus said it was written to worship and serve the Lord God only.
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The devil led Jesus to the temple’s highest peak in Jerusalem.
Satan told Him if He were the Son of God to throw Himself down.
For it was written that God would send His angels to lift Him up.
He would not allow Him to strike His foot if He dropped.
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Jesus was filled with the Holy Spirit and said aloud,
Satan should not attempt to test the Lord God.
Jesus quoted Scripture in replying to the Prince of the World.
Similarly, we can rebuke Satan if we know God’s Word.
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Jesus, the humble Messiah, triumphed over Satan.
He adhered to God’s plan of salvation for all nations.
Jesus did not fail God to satisfy hunger or vain glory.
We can all learn from Jesus’ example in this true Biblical story.
Copyright@ Brenda Mohammed
