Key Scriptures & Theme

Before a King can rule over his subjects, he must be able to govern himself. Early in the Gospel of Matthew, Jesus was led by the Spirit into the Judean wilderness to be tested and tempted. Read Matthew 4:1-11. What were Satan’s strategies to try and defeat the King? How did Jesus deal with these tests and temptations? Jesus always started his response with three words, “It is written.” Jesus always went to the Hebrew Scriptures (Old Testament) for his response.