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Matthew 4:1-11 – dealing with temptation

The temptations faced by Jesus are the same ones we face today. Satan tempted Jesus by questioning his true identity as the Messiah. Remember Jesus has just been baptised, which must have been a spiritually uplifting experience through which God … Continue reading

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Matthew 3:13-17 – Jesus obeyed because we couldn’t

Why does Jesus get baptised? If John’s baptism was about repentance from previous wrongdoings, then why does Jesus do it? Surely Jesus had nothing to repent from? John clearly shares these thoughts for we read that he tries to talk … Continue reading

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Matthew 3:1-12 – are you ready for the Messiah?

Matthew now introduces the next character in his story: John the Baptist. John was a prophet sent from God, but what was the message he was given? Matthew says he was sent to prepare the way for the Messiah, i.e. … Continue reading

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