I. Driven by the Spirit

II. Dared by Satan

Lessons Learned:

1. It is not a sin to be tempted (Christ was tempted - Mark 1:13)

2. No temptation is irresistible. (1st Corinthians 10:13; James 4:7)

3. The best weapon against temptation is properly handling God’s word. (2nd Timothy 2:15)

4. Waiting on the Lord is always better than making a deal with the devil. (Psalm 27)

5. The closer you are to the Lord, the easier it is to resist temptation. (James 4:8)