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What was the primary reason Satan tempted Jesus, according to the passage?
What was the primary reason Satan tempted Jesus, according to the passage?
- To prove to God that Jesus was unworthy of his favor
- To derail Jesus from fulfilling his divine mission (correct)
- To test the extent of Jesus' human vulnerability
- To exploit Jesus' desire for worldly possessions
When did the temptation of Christ occur in relation to his baptism?
When did the temptation of Christ occur in relation to his baptism?
- Immediately after his baptism, solidifying his commitment. (correct)
- Long after his baptism, during his ministry.
- Before his baptism, as a test of his faith.
- During his baptism, as a symbolic act of resistance.
Which of the following best describes Satan's first temptation of Jesus?
Which of the following best describes Satan's first temptation of Jesus?
- To question God's authority and plan for humanity.
- To publicly demonstrate his power by leaping from the Temple.
- To worship Satan in exchange for worldly power and riches.
- To use his divine power for personal gain, by creating food. (correct)
How did Jesus respond to Satan's temptation to throw himself from the Temple?
How did Jesus respond to Satan's temptation to throw himself from the Temple?
What is the passage's perspective on the purpose of Jesus' miracles?
What is the passage's perspective on the purpose of Jesus' miracles?
Flashcards
Temptation of Christ
Temptation of Christ
The events where Jesus faced temptations from Satan after his baptism.
Significance of Baptism
Significance of Baptism
Jesus' baptism marks the beginning of his ministry and commitment to God’s will.
Satan's First Temptation
Satan's First Temptation
Satan tempted Jesus to turn stones to bread, appealing to his hunger.
Jesus' Response
Jesus' Response
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Trust in God
Trust in God
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Study Notes
Temptation of Jesus
- Jesus was tempted, consistent with human nature.
- Hebrews highlights that Jesus was tempted, but without sin.
- Temptation followed Jesus' baptism and public declaration to his Father.
- Satan's temptation was to detour from God's plan.
- Temptation was not a direct appeal to abandon his vocation.
- Satan suggested using divine powers for personal gain.
- Jesus resisted, emphasizing the importance of God's word over material needs.
- Satan then suggested harming himself by jumping from the Temple, quoting scripture.
- Jesus countered by emphasizing trust in God.
- Satan's goal was to test Jesus with miracles rather than following God's plan.
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