(note: this story also occurs in Mark 1:12-13 and Luke 4:1-13 )
This is a short story and is best read directly from the scripture. Jesus was tempted 3 times by Satan, and gave 3 rebuttals from scripture. The main points of emphasis for this lesson are:
What do you like to eat when you are hungry?
Today, we're going to learn about a time when Jesus didn't eat anything for 40 days!
Read story from a Children's storybook Bible for younger children.
For older children, read the story from an age-appropriate Children's storybook Bible or read directly from the Bible.
Scripture for Kids to Read Aloud: Matthew 4:1-11
First, ask the children if they have any questions about the story. What to do if you don't know the answer?
Scripture The Holy Spirit led Jesus into the desert. There the devil tempted him.Matthew 4:1
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Scripture The Holy Spirit led Jesus into the desert. There the devil tempted him. 2 After 40 days and 40 nights of going without eating, Jesus was hungry. The tempter came to him. He said, "If you are the Son of God, tell these stones to become bread." Jesus answered, "It is written, 'Man doesn't live only on bread. He also lives on every word that comes from the mouth of God.'" (Deuteronomy 8:3) Matthew 4:1-4
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Heads up! Fasting from food or drink is not a healthy practice for children.
Scripture After 40 days and 40 nights of going without eating, Jesus was hungry. Matthew 4:2
Scripture After 40 days and 40 nights of going without eating, Jesus was hungry. Matthew 4:2
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Scripture But he answered, "It is written... Matthew 4:4
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