Discover why Jesus rejected Satan’s offer of the kingdoms in Matthew 4:8-11. Learn what “The Lord is one” really means, how to recognize modern idolatry, and why God calls us to suffer before glory.
Discover what Jesus’ second temptation in Matthew 4:5-7 teaches about testing God. Learn the difference between faith and presumption, and why waiting on God is greater faith than spectacular acts.
Discover why Jesus refused to turn stones into bread in Matthew 4:1-4. Learn how trusting God in trials matters more than meeting immediate needs—and how to apply this lesson in your wilderness.
This series examines the Temptations of Jesus with the goal of learning how to face waiting and affliction with hope, trust and endurance.
Krisan Marotta is a Bible teacher and host of Wednesday in the Word, the podcast about what the Bible means and how we know.