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4. The Book of Luke Our Goal U nder the guidance of the Holy Spirit, Luke surveyed the historical materials, interviewed the eyewitnesses (1:2), and then, with “perfect understanding of all things,” wrote “an orderly account” that readers “may know the certainty” of Jesus and His good news (vss. 3, 4, NKJV).

5. The Book of Luke Contents 1 The Coming of Jesus 2 Baptism and the Temptations 3 Who Is Jesus Christ? 4 The Call to Discipleship 5 Christ as the Lord of the Sabbath 6 Women in the Ministry of Jesus 7 Jesus, the Holy Spirit, and Prayer 8 The Mission of Jesus 9 Jesus, the Master Teacher 10 Following Jesus in Everyday Life 11 The Kingdom of God 12 Jesus in Jerusalem 13 Crucified and Risen

6. The Book of Luke Lesson 2, April 11 The Book of Luke Lesson 2, April 11 Baptism and the Temptations

7. Baptism and the Temptations Key Text Luke 3:22 NKJV “ A nd the Holy Spirit descended in bodily form like a dove upon Him, and a voice came from heaven which said, ‘You are My beloved Son; in You I am well pleased.’ ”

8. Baptism and the Temptations Quick Look 1. Turn “the Stone Into Bread” (Luke 4:3, 4) 2. “Worship Before Me” (Luke 4:5-8) 3. “Throw Yourself Down” (Luke 4:9-12)

9. Baptism and the Temptations Initial Words T hree factors concerning the baptism of Jesus: (1) the Baptist’s proclama- tion, “ ‘Behold! The Lamb of God who takes away the sin of the world!’ ” (John 1:29, NKJV); (2) the Holy Spirit’s anointing Him for His mission ahead; and (3) the heavenly proclamation that Jesus is the Son of God, in whom the Father is well pleased.

10. Baptism and the Temptations 1. Turn “the Stone Into Bread” Luke 4:3, 4 NKJV “ A nd the devil said to Him, ‘If You are the Son of God, command the stone to become bread.’ But Jesus answered him, saying, ‘It is written, “Man shall not live by bread alone, but by every word of God.” ’ ”

11. 1. “Turn the Stone Into Bread” “Not by Bread Alone” B orn for a God-ordained mission, commissioned to the task at His baptism, equipped with the power of the Holy Spirit, Jesus the Christ retreated into the wilderness to contemplate the task ahead.

12. 1. “Turn the Stone Into Bread” “Not by Bread Alone” The temptation in the wilderness was a significant battle between Christ and Satan in the great controversy, which has raged ever since Lucifer’s rebellion in heaven. When the Savior was weak from 40 days of fasting, when the journey ahead looked bleak and weary, Satan took personal command in his attack against Jesus.

13. 1. “Turn the Stone Into Bread” “Not by Bread Alone” Bread is not the central issue here. Satan knew that Jesus is the Creator of the universe. To Him who created the universe out of nothing, making bread out of stone was not an issue. The crucial point in the temptation is found in its preface: “ ‘If You are the Son of God.’ ”

14. 1. “Turn the Stone Into Bread” “Not by Bread Alone” Only 40 days before, the voice from heaven attested that Jesus was indeed the Son of God, and now should Jesus doubt that heavenly assurance? Doubting God’s Word is the first step in yielding to temptation. In heaven Satan challenged the authority of Jesus; he does so here as well, even if in a much more subtle manner.

15. Baptism and the Temptations 2. “Worship Before Me” Luke 4:5-8 NKJV “ A nd the devil...showed Him all the kingdoms of the world...and said to Him...‘If You will worship before me, all will be Yours.’ And Jesus answered...‘Get behind Me, Satan! For It is written, “You shall worship the Lord your God, and Him only you shall serve.” ’ ”

16. 2. “Worship Before Me” “Worship the Lord Your God” W orship is the sole prerogative of God. It is what forever separates the creature from the Creator. Lucifer’s ambition (Isaiah 14:13, 14) to exalt his throne above the stars of heaven, to be like the Most High was an attempt to usurp the authority that belongs only to the Creator and never to any creature, no matter how exalted.

17. 2. “Worship Before Me” “Worship the Lord Your God” Jesus was about to set out on His mission to redeem the world back to God’s ownership and authority. Satan was trying to entice Him with pomp and glory for no greater price than just a bow. He was trying to get here, again, the authority and worship that he failed to get in heaven.

18. 2. “Worship Before Me” “Worship the Lord Your God” Worship, and the service that goes with it, belong to the Creator God alone. “ ‘You shall love the Lord your God.... You shall fear the Lord your God and serve Him’ ” (Deut. 6:5, 13, NKJV). Absolutely resolving to follow God in faith and obedience is the ultimate answer to Satan’s lies and tricks.

19. 2. “Worship Before Me” “Worship the Lord Your God” Any of us can face temptations to compromise our faith, even in “small ways.” Your job, your passing of a university examination, your promotion, demands a compromise in regard to Sabbath. At what point can you make a deal? When, if ever, is the price right?

20. Baptism and the Temptations 3. “Throw Yourself Down” Luke 4:9-12 NKJV “ ‘ I f You are the Son of God, throw Yourself down from here. For it is written: “He shall give His angels.... In their hands they shall bear You up, lest you dash Your foot against a stone.” And Jesus answered..., ‘It has been said, “You shall not tempt the Lord your God.” ’ ”

21. 3. “Throw Yourself Down” “You Shall Not Tempt the Lord” T he significant factor that emerges from study of the temptations is that Jesus Christ is a real Person—tempted as we are but without sin (Heb. 4:15). With His triumph over Satan, with the Word of God in His mouth, and connected with Heaven through prayer, Jesus emerges to proclaim the kingdom of God and to inaugurate the Messianic age.

22. 3. “Throw Yourself Down” “You Shall Not Tempt the Lord” Satan knows the Scripture but misinterprets it. His tactic is to lead Jesus to put God to the test. God has indeed promised the protection of His angels, but only within the context of doing His will. Jesus declared that it is not for us to put God to the test (vs. 12). Our duty is to place ourselves in God’s will and let Him do the rest.

23. Baptism and the Temptations Final Words F our major biblical teachings on temptation: (1) No one is free from temptations; (2) when God allows temptations to come to us, He also provides grace to resist and strength to overcome; (3) temptations do not come the same way every time; and (4) no one is tempted beyond his or her strength to bear (1 Cor. 10:13).