John the Baptist is an intriguing character. Born to tell people about the coming Messiah, his calling was to announce someone whose ministry would be greater than his. Jesus recognized and valued John's ministry and anointing by asking to be baptized by him. Jesus was fully man while on earth and relished the opportunity to be with others who were strong in faith. His temptation in the desert shows us the power of knowing God's Word and the effect of calling on it in the time of temptation. Jesus didn't try to defeat Satan's devices through His own will; He quoted the Word. "Then the devil left him, and angels came and attended him." (4:11)
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