Wednesday, April 9, 2014

Bible Study 5

In this bible study, we discussed the temptation found in Matthew 4:1-11.  Here is the link http://www.biblegateway.com/passage/?search=Matthew+4%3A1-11&version=ESV

Discussion Questions:
Why didn't Jesus make the bread/ reason he gives?
What is significant about Satan's use of scripture? Matthew 7:15
What do you think of Jesus' second response?
What is Satan offering in the third temptation?
What is Jesus' response--the first commandment
Summary thoughts:
Jesus choose the path of humility.  This path is shown by serving rather than being served.  Ultimately the temptation shows that Jesus is following the path toward the cross rather than go after the temptations this world offers.  This is a reminder to follow the path of faith and humility rather than follow the path the world offers.   Matthew 7: 13 says "Enter by the narrow gate. For the gate is wide and the way is easy that leads to destruction, and those who enter by it are many.  For the gate is narrow and the way is hard that leads to life, and those who find it are few.

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