Jesus Is Identified as the Son of God

(Mark 1:9–11) One day Jesus came from Nazareth in Galilee, and John baptized him in the Jordan River. 10 As Jesus came up out of the water, he saw the heavens splitting apart and the Holy Spirit descending on him like a dove. 11 And a voice from heaven said, “You are my dearly loved Son, and you bring me great joy.”

Jesus Is Tested in the Wilderness

(Mark 1:12–13) The Spirit then compelled Jesus to go into the wilderness, 13 where he was tempted by Satan for forty days. He was out among the wild animals, and angels took care of him.

(James 1:2-4) Dear brothers and sisters, when troubles of any kind come your way, consider it an opportunity for great joy. 3 For you know that when your faith is tested, your endurance has a chance to grow. 4 So let it grow, for when your endurance is fully developed, you will be perfect and complete, needing nothing.
Jesus Identifies With You

Remember Your Identity in Christ

Jesus Is the Perfect Savior

Jesus Sets the Pattern

Hebrews 4:15(NIV) For we do not have a high priest who is unable to empathize with our weaknesses, but we have one who has been tempted in every way, just as we are—yet he did not sin.

Don’t Be Surprised by the Wilderness

Draw Strength From the One Who Overcame

*Unless otherwise noted, all scripture is from the New Living Translation