Tension, Temptation, and Trust (Luke 4:1-14; Mark 1:12-13; Matthew 4:1-11; Hebrews 4:14-16)
Download MP3The book of Hebrews counsels us to come to God for grace in times of need through the ministry of Jesus, our great High Priest, who can sympathize with us in our weaknesses. But, was he really tested in all things as we are? Is His humanity genuine? When tested, how did He respond? Examining the Gospel account of Jesus' temptation in the wilderness helps us answer these questions. It directs us toward how we should learn to pursue obedience through Jesus in the power of the Spirit.
Application Questions
- Have you meditated on the reality that Jesus experienced the fullness of human frailty?
- When you experience times of trial or testing, do you see them as God’s gift to you as a means to draw you closer to Himself through Christ?
- Do you believe that Jesus can have genuine compassion for you in your trials?
- Do you fight temptation with Scripture? What is preventing you from doing so?
- Do you trust God enough to allow His timing to reign in your circumstances?
- Are you tempted to take matters into your own hands rather than trusting in God to provide during times of difficulty?
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Host
Simon Pranaitis
Simon, a Colorado native with degrees in physics, mathematics, and bioscience, has served in various church ministries across the U.S. Now residing in Idaho with his wife Jessica and their five children, he's an active member of Kootenai Church. Simon works remotely for a Bitcoin financial services company while pursuing his interests in gardening, piano, theology, and Bitcoin.
