How does Jesus' response to temptation apply to Christians today?
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Jesus' response to temptation illustrates the importance of Scripture and reliance on God for Christians facing trials.
Jesus faced temptations that appealed to the weaknesses of humanity, and His responses serve as a model for Christians. Each time He was tempted, He countered with Scripture, demonstrating that true resilience against temptation comes from knowing and applying God's word. This teaches Christians today to study Scripture, meditate on it, and use it in spiritual battles. Moreover, understanding that Jesus experienced temptation yet did not sin encourages believers by showing that they can also resist temptation through faith in Him, knowing that Jesus is sympathetic to their struggles (Hebrews 4:15).
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