Jesus Is Tempted in the Wilderness

Matthew 4:1-11

After Jesus fasts for forty days and forty nights in the wilderness, the devil tempts him three times. Jesus answers each temptation with words from Scripture. The devil then leaves, and angels come to serve Jesus.

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Jesus stands calmly in the wilderness beside stones while the devil presents the temptation to make them become bread; the stones remain unchanged.

Jesus Chooses God’s Word

Matthew 4:1-11

Jesus stands safely at the temple pinnacle in the holy city while the devil points toward jumping; Jesus refuses to test God.

Jesus Stands Firm at the Temple

Matthew 4:1-11

Jesus faces the devil on a very high mountain while distant abstract views suggest the kingdoms of the world and their glory; Jesus refuses the offered power and commands the devil to go.

Jesus Worships God Alone

Matthew 4:1-11

Jesus in the wilderness after the devil leaves, with angels coming to serve him, based on Matthew 4:11.

Care After the Test

Matthew 4:1-11

Jesus alone in the wilderness after fasting for forty days and forty nights, with a thoughtful and steady posture.

Jesus in the Wilderness

Matthew 4:1-11