Sunday, 02/16/2025

Note when this trial took place in Jesus' life.

Mountaintop experiences are often followed by ____________________.

What about biblical fasting?

I. Temptation #1- The Desires of the Flesh. Verses 3 – 4

This trial revolves around the question, are you sure God loves you?

How did Jesus defeat this temptation? Verse 4

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In what areas of your life are you most tempted to meet a legitimate need legitimately?

II. Temptation #2 – 2 Exchange God's Best for Satan's Substitute. Verses 5 – 8

This test would not have been legitimate had not Satan had the power to give what he promised.

This temptation affects the people closest to you.

How did Jesus defeat this temptation? Verse 8

Which test is more challenging to pass, the test of adversity or prosperity?

Matthew 7:11

III. Temptation #3 – Don't Presume On God's Protection. Verses 9 – 12

Satan often uses Scripture to support his temptations.

How does a person determine what the truth is? A text without a context is nothing more than a pretext.

Satan wants to destroy your future, your family, and your faith.

We presume on God's goodness whenever we decide to do our will and believe somehow God is obligated to keep us safe and bless us.

How did Jesus defeat this temptation? Versus 12 – 13

2 Corinthians 10:4 – 5

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