Jesus as Our Example
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Temptations
By Leon Morris0LUK 22:44HEB 4:14Leon Morris emphasizes the reality of Jesus' temptations, particularly illustrated by His agony in Gethsemane, where He experienced profound struggle and emotional turmoil. He argues that Jesus' sinlessness does not diminish the intensity of His temptations; rather, it highlights His true humanity and the depth of His resistance. Morris points out that yielding to temptation does not reveal its full power, and only those who resist can truly understand its weight. Jesus' victory over temptation serves as a model for us, showing that His moral life is filled with genuine worth and struggle. We are encouraged to approach Jesus, our high priest, with confidence, knowing He understands our weaknesses and offers grace in our times of need.
The Representative Man
By G.W. North0ISA 53:7MAT 5:14LUK 1:26LUK 2:40LUK 3:1LUK 4:18JHN 14:12ROM 8:30GAL 3:1PHP 2:15G.W. North emphasizes the concept of Jesus Christ as the Representative Man, illustrating how He serves as both the eternal Son of God and the ultimate example for humanity. He highlights that while salvation comes solely through faith in Christ's sacrifice, believers are called to emulate His life, which was marked by total dependence on the Holy Spirit. North explores the significance of Jesus' birth, growth, and ministry, underscoring the necessity of being filled and led by the Spirit to fulfill God's purpose. He encourages believers to recognize their identity as children of God and to grow in wisdom and grace, following the example set by Jesus. Ultimately, the sermon calls for a deeper understanding of the Holy Spirit's role in empowering believers to live out their faith effectively.