temptation lesson 2 Flashcards
What begins the account of Jesus’ temptation in Matthew’s Gospel?
The Holy Spirit guides Jesus to the desert.
What does the mention of “40 days and 40 nights” in Jesus’ temptation recall?
It recalls Israel’s journey of faith in the desert and Moses’ encounter with God on Mount Sinai.
What does Jesus’ time in the desert represent in terms of His faith?
It shows His faithfulness to the Father’s saving plan by resisting temptation to turn away from the Father and to trust in riches, popularity, and power.
What are the three temptations Jesus faced?
Riches, Power, and Popularity.
Satan tempted Jesus to turn stones into bread, urging Him to use His power to meet immediate material needs, representing a temptation to fulfill humankind’s needs by satisfying material desires.
first temptation of “Riches.”
What does the first temptation (Riches) signify for us?
It is the temptation to do anything to become rich, such as the desire to be an instant millionaire. Wealth itself isn’t sinful, but how we acquire and use it can be.
It is the temptation to do anything to become rich, such as the desire to be an instant millionaire. Wealth itself isn’t sinful, but how we acquire and use it can be.
first temptation riches
Satan took Jesus to the Temple in the holy city and urged Him to jump, testing if God’s power would save Him from death.
second temptation of “Power.”
This is common among politicians and even students, tempting them to put everything, even God, aside to gain power over others, which the devil offers in return for worship.
second temptation (Power)
Satan tempted Jesus to worship him in exchange for worldly power, which would mean turning away from God. This represents idolatry—worshiping false gods.
third temptation of “Popularity.”
It is a temptation to gain popularity in a quick, dazzling way by abusing God’s power, focusing on self-centered goals rather than humbly serving God’s will.
third temptation (Popularity)
How did Jesus respond to His temptations?
He rejected each temptation by quoting scripture, refusing to misuse His power, and choosing to remain faithful to God’s saving plan.
How did Jesus respond specifically to the first temptation?
He focused on His fidelity to the Father’s saving plan, rejecting the idea of saving humanity through material needs. He refused to misuse His power and reminded, “Do not put the Lord your God to the test.”
How did Jesus respond specifically to the third temptation?
Jesus immediately rejected the idea of worshiping anyone but God, stating, “The Lord, your God, shall you worship and Him alone shall you serve.”
Why do humans often fall into temptation?
When we are lured by passion and fail to see the true reality of what is being proposed, we give in to temptation and sin. Temptations are part of being human.
