The temptation of Jesus in the desert is a significant event recorded in the Gospels of Matthew, Mark, and Luke. In all three accounts, Jesus is led by the Spirit into the wilderness, where he fasts for forty days and is tempted by the devil. The devil offers Jesus three temptations: to turn stones into bread, to jump from the highest point of the temple and be saved by angels, and to worship the devil in exchange for all the kingdoms of the world.
While the overall narrative is consistent across the three synoptic Gospels, there are some differences in the specific details and wording. For example, the order of the temptations differs slightly, and there are variations in the dialogue between Jesus and the devil. Despite these differences, the main message of the passage remains the same: Jesus resists temptation and remains faithful to God. This passage serves as a reminder of the importance of staying true to one's beliefs and not giving in to worldly temptations. As followers of Jesus, we can draw strength from his example and remember that God's word is a powerful weapon against temptation in our own lives.
Matthew: 4:1-11
In Matthew 4:1-11, Jesus is tempted by the devil in the wilderness. The devil tries to tempt Jesus with power, fame, and glory, but Jesus resists the temptations by quoting scripture. This passage is also found in Luke 4:1-13 and Mark 1:12-13.
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Mark: 1:12-13
In Mark 1:12-13, Jesus was tempted in the wilderness by Satan for 40 days and was with wild animals. This passage is also found in Matthew 4:1-11 and Luke 4:1-13 in the other gospels.
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Luke: 4:1-13
In Luke 4:1-13, Jesus is tempted by the devil in the wilderness for 40 days. The devil tests Jesus with three temptations, but Jesus resists each one by quoting Scripture. This passage is also found in Matthew 4:1-11 and Mark 1:12-13.
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