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Topic 1 Discussion 1 (Spiritual Formation)

Topic 1 Discussion 1 (Spiritual Formation)

Q Reflect on the way in which Jesus was tempted and overcame the devil in the wilderness in Matthew 4:1-11. What principles for overcoming sin and temptation in your own life can you draw from this story? Similarly, how does knowing that Jesus never succumbed to temptation help you in your moment of weakness? In what sense is his victory over the devil your victory? And how can you live in light of this reality?

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Jesus had been tempted towards being attracted to materialistic and Earthly things of human life. However, the physical needs of Jesus had been controlled by Him by constant praying and fasting. There had not been falling into the temptation of Satan by Jesus Christ because of His faith in God the Father and self-control. Jesus Christ had no greed for materialistic pleasures or for fulfilling His physical desires during his time of fasting and praying.