Bible Study - verse by verse - 10

Matthew 4:1 The devil also called satan, tempted Eve in the Garden of Eden, and here he tempted Jesus in the wilderness. satan is a fallen angel. He is real, not symbolic, and he is constantly fighting against those who follow and obey God. satan's temptations here are real, and he is always trying to get us to live his way or our way rather than God's way. Jesus will one day reign over all creation, but satan tried to force His hand and get Him to declare His kingship prematurely. If Jesus had given in, His mission on earth - to die for our sins and give us the opportunity to have eternal life - would have been lost. When temptations seem especially strong, or when you think you can rationalize giving in, consider whether satan may be trying to block God's purpose for your life or for someone else's life.
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Matthew 4:1 This temptation by the devil shows us that Jesus was human, and it gave Jesus the opportunity to reaffirm God's plan for His ministry. It also gives us an example to follow Jesus when we are tempted. Jesus' temptation was an important demonstration of His sinlessness. He would face temptation and not give in.
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Matthew 4:1 Jesus was tempted by the devil, but He never sinned! Although we may feel dirty after being tempted, we should remember that temptation itself is not a sin. We sin when we give in and disobey God. Remembering this will help us turn away from the temptation.
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Matthew 4:1 Jesus wasn't tempted inside the temple or at His baptism but in the wilderness where He was tired, alone, and hungry, and thus most vulnerable. The devil often tempts us when we are vulnerable - when we are under physical or emotional stress. But he also likes to tempt us through our strengths, where we are most susceptible to pride. We must guard at all times his attacks.
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Matthew 4:1-10 The devil's temptations focused on three crucial areas: physical needs and desires, possessions and power, and pride. But Jesus did not give in. Hebrews 4:15 says that Jesus "was in all points tempted as we are, yet without sin." He knows firsthand what we are experiencing, and He is willing and able to help us in our struggles. When you are tempted, turn to Him for strength.