Be Like Jesus: Trust Scripture (Def) SCRIPTURE: Engaging the Bible consciously so that the words of Jesus and God’s truth shape your life, not just your mind. Matthew 4:1–2 (NLT) Then Jesus was led by the Spirit into the wilderness to be tempted there by the devil. 2 For forty days and forty nights he fasted and became very hungry. Jesus trusted Scripture to affirm His . Matthew 4:3–4 (NLT) 3 During that time the devil came and said to him, “If you are the Son of God, tell these stones to become loaves of bread.” 4 But Jesus told him, “No! The Scriptures say, ‘People do not live by bread alone, but by every word that comes from the mouth of God.’” Matthew 3:16–17 (NLT) After his baptism, as Jesus came up out of the water, the heavens were opened and he saw the Spirit of God descending like a dove and settling on him. 17 And a voice from heaven said, “This is my dearly loved Son, who brings me great joy.” * DISTORTION WARNING * Our identity begins with our “self” & our performance. Genesis 1:27 (NLT) So God created human beings in his own image. What Now? Be like Jesus and trust your Father’s words. Trust Scripture to root your identity in a relationship with God. 1 John 3:1 (NLT) See how very much our Father loves us, for he calls us his children. Trust Scripture to explain human . Romans 3:23 (NLT) For everyone has sinned; we all fall short of God’s glorious standard. Trust Scripture for your identity . 2 Corinthians 5:17 (NLT) Anyone who belongs to Christ has become a new person. Continuing the Conversation 1. Was there ever a time a specific Bible truth helped you through a hard moment? What was it? 2. What stands out to you about how Jesus responded to temptation? 3. Where are you most vulnerable to identity attacks? What lies do you default to under pressure? 4. Are there shortcuts you’re tempted to take right now — in career, relationships, faith, or calling?