Jesus endured a period of temptation

The Beginning of Knowledge

Prior to the commencement of His earthly ministry, Jesus endured a period of temptation (Matthew 4:1-11). This trial was necessary to prove that there was no difference between what He would experience and what people today must face (Hebrews 4:15). The method that was employed then to overcome evil is the same one that is equally effective in any age; basing one’s spirit…