When General George Patton counter-attacked Field Marshal Rommel in World War II, Patton is reported to have shouted in the thick of battle, “I read your book, Rommel! I read your book!” He knew the German leader’s strategy and planned his moves accordingly. We can know the same about the Devil. The Apostle Paul says, “We are not ignorant of his schemes” (2 Corinthians 2:11).  We know Satan will attack weak spots first. Watch for his tricks. You can know what to expect. Expect to be tempted by the Devil. Forty days of fasting left Jesus famished, so Satan began with the topic of bread. … Listen Now

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