JAMB Christian Religious Studies 1993 Question 25

Question 25

Baptism and Temptation of Jesus

Jesus was tempted in the wilderness in order to

  1. A.prove that He was the Son of God
  2. B.prepare Him for His earthly ministry
  3. C.prepare Him for His crucifixion
  4. D.appreciate the sufferings of man.
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: B (prepare Him for His earthly ministry)

Explanation

The temptation came straight after Jesus' baptism and before He began preaching (Luke 4:1–15); it tested and prepared Him for His ministry.