Question 15
Baptism and Temptation of JesusThe three temptations of Jesus in the wilderness were aimed at
- A.preparing Jesus adequately for his ministerial work
- B.testing Jesus' magical powers
- C.showing that the devil lived in the wilderness
- D.showing that there was temptation after a long period of fasting
- E.showing that there was temptation after every baptism.
Show the answer and explanation
Answer: A (preparing Jesus adequately for his ministerial work)
Explanation
Led by the Spirit, Jesus was tested and proved faithful before starting His public ministry (Matthew 4:1-17).