Led By the Spirit In the Wilderness
Led by the Spirit in the wilderness,
Resisting Satan’s barbs for forty days,
His hunger first, the devil’s sought success,
“The Son of God could make these stones obey.”
Said Jesus, “Man lives not by bread alone.”
The tempter flashed the world before his gaze;
“Just bow to me to make all this your own.”
Said Jesus, “God alone, we serve and praise.”
The pinnacle was Lucifer’s last round,
“Just jump; the angels will prevent your fall.
You will not strike your foot upon the ground.”
Said Jesus, “Do not test the LORD of all!”
And when the devil saw He was immune,
He left until a time more opportune.
(from Luke 4:1-13)
Copyright © Jeff Kyser | Year Posted 2022
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