Temptation and Jesus Christ
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· 6 viewsJesus Christ, like every other human being, knew temptation. However, he never yielded to it. The sinlessness of Christ refers to his obedient refusal to give in to temptation. It does not mean that he did not experience temptation himself.
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The temptation of Jesus Christ
The temptation of Jesus Christ
He was in the wilderness 40 days, being tempted by Satan. He was with the wild animals, and the angels began to serve Him.
The temptation to avoid the cross
The temptation to avoid the cross
From then on Jesus began to point out to His disciples that He must go to Jerusalem and suffer many things from the elders, chief priests, and scribes, be killed, and be raised the third day. Then Peter took Him aside and began to rebuke Him, “Oh no, Lord! This will never happen to You!”
But He turned and told Peter, “Get behind Me, Satan! You are an offense to Me because you’re not thinking about God’s concerns, but man’s.”
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The temptation to please the crowd
The temptation to please the crowd
And others, as a test, were demanding of Him a sign from heaven.
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The significance of the temptation of Jesus Christ
The significance of the temptation of Jesus Christ
Believers can identify with Jesus Christ in his temptation
Believers can identify with Jesus Christ in his temptation
For since He Himself was tested and has suffered, He is able to help those who are tested.
Believers can have confidence in the face of temptation
Believers can have confidence in the face of temptation
For we do not have a high priest who is unable to sympathize with our weaknesses, but One who has been tested in every way as we are, yet without sin. Therefore let us approach the throne of grace with boldness, so that we may receive mercy and find grace to help us at the proper time.