We read of John, the baptist, and Jesus, the baptized. The baptism of Jesus is a high point - we read of the Spirit's descent and the Father's declaration. It is followed by a low point - the wilderness of temptation. In 3:17, we read of the Father's interest in Jesus. In 4:1, we read of Satan's interest in Jesus. In 3:16, we read of the Spirit's power. In chapter 4, we read of the power Satan uses in his attempt to defeat Jesus. The highs and lows we experience may be seen in the life of Jesus. There is, however, a difference between Jesus and us. Like us, He was tempted, Unlike us, He did not sin. The reason for life's highs and lows is clear. There is not only a God. There is also a devil. To defeat the devil, we, like Jesus, must stand on God's Word. As we, following Jesus, stand on God's Word, we will grow in strength.
God's Word is "a lamp to our feet and a light to our path." He has "wondrous things" to teach us as we pray "Open my eyes that I may see" (Psalm 119:105, 18, 11). "May God's blessing surround you each day, as you trust Him and walk in His way. May His presence within guard and keep you from sin, go in peace, go in joy, go in love." "Not unto us, O Lord, not unto us, but to Your Name give glory, because of Your mercy and Your truth" (Psalm 115:1).
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