The Temptations of Christ

Jesus Succeeds in Answering Satan's Temptations where Adam Failed.
I. The Son of God Tempted by Physical Needs – vv. 1-4
A. The Son of God Lead by the Spirit to be Tempted by the Devil – v. 1
B. Jesus was Hungry after Fasting 40 days and nights – v. 2
C. The Devil Tempts Jesus to Supernaturally Fulfill His Physical Needs – v. 3
D. Jesus Responds that God's Word is More Necessary than Daily Food – v. 4
II. The Devil Tempts Jesus to Rely Too Heavily on God's Protection – vv. 5-7
A. The Devil Set Jesus on the Pinnacle of the temple – v. 5
B. The Devil Quotes Scripture Concerning Trust in God's Protection – v. 6
C. Jesus Responds that Trusting is not Tempting God – v. 7
III. The Devil Tempts Jesus to Obtain His Deserved Glory by Avoiding the Cross – vv. 9-11
A. The Devil Shows Jesus the Glory of the Kingdoms of the World – v. 8
B. The Devil Promises Jesus the Honor He deserved by Avoiding the Cross – v. 9
C. Jesus Responds that We are to Worship and Serve the Lord Only – v. 10
D. Jesus Ministered to by Angels – v. 11