And every man is tempted when he is drawn away by his own lust (desires) and enticed--- James 1:14
Thinking about Jesus' response to his first test is pretty surprising. From all indication Jesus needed food so badly having been on a 40 day fast. This lesson teaches us to know that the devil usually comes in a subtle way especially when we are weak and down. He cunningly persuades Jesus to get him.
The devil knew that Jesus was desperately in need of something to eat. He comes tempting Jesus with what he really desires. Jesus knew that whatsoever the devil had to say is a lie. As a result he had prepared himself before hand to tackle the devil and his lies.
What do you when you are tempted with what you are in dire need of?
Are you prepared enough with God's word to be able to stand?
Let's beware that no matter how appealing it may look whatever the devil gives is always destructive.
The bible encourages us in Ephesians 6:12-13 to beware of the wiles of the devil. Jesus having gained the requisite experience in John 10:10 tells us the ultimate aim or goal of the devil. He said:
The thief cometh not, but for to steal, and to kill, and to destroy: I am come that they might have life...(KJV)
Who is the thief here?
The devil--- the chief inventor of lies, John 8:44 You belong to your father, the devil, and you want to carry out your father's desire. He was a murderer from the beginning, not holding to the truth, for there is no truth in him. When he lies, he speaks his native language, for he is a liar and the father of lies.
How deceitful is the devil?
I once heard a friend say there is no reason to listen at all to what the devil has to say because it may sound cute and interesting but it is never true. The bible encourages us to know that the evil men and seducers shall wax worse and worse in the last days. Satan has painted every bad as good for man's consumption today and unfortunately many are falling prey to his tricks and schemes.
We must be wise and stand our ground as Christians so as not be taken unaware by the deceitful schemes of Satan.
