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Matthew 4:1-11 - Overcoming Temptation
In Matthew 4:1-11 we see how, in the wilderness, Jesus overcame temptation, providing an example for us to follow, and showcasing His identity as our Savior.
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https://www.whitefieldschurch.com/sermonsIn the wilderness, Jesus overcame temptation, providing an example for us to follow, and showcasing His identity as our Savior.
- Jesus referred to Satan as “the ruler of this world” (John 12:31)
- In 2 Corinthians, the devil is called “the god of this age” (2 Corinthians 4:4)
- In 1 John — it says that “the whole world lies under the power of the evil one” (1 John 5:19b)
- In 2 Corinthians, the devil is called “the god of this age” (2 Corinthians 4:4)
- In 1 John — it says that “the whole world lies under the power of the evil one” (1 John 5:19b)
Community Group Discussion Guide
Week of January 21st - January 27th, 2024
BEHOLD YOUR KING
Overcoming Temptation
Matthew 4:1-11
ANNOUNCEMENTS *Register through the White Fields app, under “Upcoming Events”
● Bible Studies (Men's and Women's)*
● Bible Learning Center (Walk through the Bible, Foundations)*
GETTING TO KNOW YOU
1) Question 1 - What emoji do you use the most or receive the most? Share why, or share what you think about the use of emojis.
2) Question 2 - What life lesson did you learn the hard way?
QUICK REVIEW
Looking back at your notes from this week’s teaching, was there anything you heard for the first time, caught your attention, challenged you, or confused you?
MAIN POINT
“In the wilderness, Jesus overcame temptation, providing an example for us to follow, and showcasing His identity as our Savior.”
DIGGING DEEPER
1) Matthew 4:1
a) What does it mean to be led by the Spirit?
b) Share an experience when you sensed the Holy Spirit led you.
2) Matthew 4:2-4
a) What does Satan mean when he says “If You are the Son of God”?
b) What does Jesus use to overcome the first temptation of Satan?
c) How does the Word of God play a role in our Spiritual lives?
3) Matthew 4:5-7
a) What does Satan use to further his attempt to trip Jesus up?
b) How does Jesus overcome the second temptation?
c) How does someone tempt the Lord?
4) Matthew 4:8-11
a) What is Satan offering Jesus in the final temptation?
b) What does it mean to worship the Lord your God?
c) How can we overcome temptation in our lives when it arises?
APPLICATION
Apply the example that Jesus provides, by having a firm grasp of His Word and resisting the temptations of the devil.
Lord help us to hide your Word in our hearts so that we don’t succumb to temptation. Use your Word in our lives to reveal the areas that we need to change. And, give us the strength by your Holy Spirit to resist temptation. Thank you Jesus that you have overcome and that our victory is ultimately in You.
TAKING IT HOME
Looking back at this week’s study, what is important for you to remember and why?
PRAISE REPORTS & PRAYER REQUESTS
Week of January 21st - January 27th, 2024
BEHOLD YOUR KING
Overcoming Temptation
Matthew 4:1-11
ANNOUNCEMENTS *Register through the White Fields app, under “Upcoming Events”
● Bible Studies (Men's and Women's)*
● Bible Learning Center (Walk through the Bible, Foundations)*
GETTING TO KNOW YOU
1) Question 1 - What emoji do you use the most or receive the most? Share why, or share what you think about the use of emojis.
2) Question 2 - What life lesson did you learn the hard way?
QUICK REVIEW
Looking back at your notes from this week’s teaching, was there anything you heard for the first time, caught your attention, challenged you, or confused you?
MAIN POINT
“In the wilderness, Jesus overcame temptation, providing an example for us to follow, and showcasing His identity as our Savior.”
DIGGING DEEPER
1) Matthew 4:1
a) What does it mean to be led by the Spirit?
b) Share an experience when you sensed the Holy Spirit led you.
2) Matthew 4:2-4
a) What does Satan mean when he says “If You are the Son of God”?
b) What does Jesus use to overcome the first temptation of Satan?
c) How does the Word of God play a role in our Spiritual lives?
3) Matthew 4:5-7
a) What does Satan use to further his attempt to trip Jesus up?
b) How does Jesus overcome the second temptation?
c) How does someone tempt the Lord?
4) Matthew 4:8-11
a) What is Satan offering Jesus in the final temptation?
b) What does it mean to worship the Lord your God?
c) How can we overcome temptation in our lives when it arises?
APPLICATION
Apply the example that Jesus provides, by having a firm grasp of His Word and resisting the temptations of the devil.
Lord help us to hide your Word in our hearts so that we don’t succumb to temptation. Use your Word in our lives to reveal the areas that we need to change. And, give us the strength by your Holy Spirit to resist temptation. Thank you Jesus that you have overcome and that our victory is ultimately in You.
TAKING IT HOME
Looking back at this week’s study, what is important for you to remember and why?
PRAISE REPORTS & PRAYER REQUESTS