Luke 4:13

The Passion Translation

That silenced the devil’s harassment for the time being. So he retreated until an opportune time.

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So then, surrender to God. Stand up to the devil and resist him and he will flee in agony.

He understands humanity, for as a man, our magnificent King-Priest was tempted in every way just as we are, and conquered sin.

I won’t speak with you much longer, for the ruler of this dark world is coming. But he has no power over me, for he has nothing to use against me.

At once the accuser left him, and angels suddenly gathered around Jesus to minister to his needs.

Jesus replied, “It is also written in the Scriptures, ‘How dare you provoke the Lord your God!’ ”

Then Jesus, armed with the Holy Spirit’s power, returned to Galilee, and his fame spread throughout the region.