In Matthew 4:1-11, we read of the temptation of Christ. Every response of Jesus to the devil was based on Gods word. Thus, this scriptural passage again emphasizes what many of us may already know: 1) that Satan is no stranger to scriptures and 2) to remain a victor over the enemy, we must make God our best friend and must be familiar with His Word (Joshua 1:8). Jesus was able to overcome Satan by the Word (Revelation 12:11). To remain on top and afloat in this sinking world, as a matter of necessity, we must well grounded in Gods word. All these apart, a close observation of the three tempters requests, one is persuaded that each was a missile to hit a target for the vulnerable and the susceptible. Another way to explain this is by using a little bit of elementary science. For instance, before a peptide hormone can affect the activities of a given cell, it must have receptors on the cell surface on which it can bind to before some processes are carried out and the hormones ultimate effect is exerted. Thank God for the consistency of Jesus (Hebrews 8:11), Who remained rock solid and had no negative receptor for the devils missiles to bind to. The first temptation (Matthew 4:3,4) would easily catch an individual suffering from gluttony and lacking self control. For example, many of us find it difficult to fast, and when we eventually do, we constantly check the time; we have equated fasting with hunger strike. The second (Matthew 4:5,6) would get the unwise, lacking discernment; and the third (Matthew 4:8-10), the greedy. All these point to the fact that the enemy knows our weaknesses so well. Jesus Himself is also aware of this, that is why He counsels us all to daily put on the full armor of God to ward off the fiery darts and schemes of the enemy (Ephesians 6:11-17), to pray without ceasing (vs. 18), and finally, to be strong in the Lord and in the power of His might (vs. 10).
Posted on: Mon, 21 Jul 2014 16:42:04 +0000
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