Matthew 4 Explained | Temptation of Jesus, Wilderness & Calling the First Disciples | Bible Chapter

Episode 4: Tempted and Triumphant Welcome back to Bible Chapter by Chapter, a peaceful, podcast-style study through Scripture using the World English Bible (WEB). In this episode, we journey into Matthew Chapter 4, where Jesus faces temptation, resists Satan with Scripture, and begins His ministry by calling His first disciples. 📖 Read Matthew 4 (WEB) online: 👉 https://ebible.org/web/MAT04.htm 🕊️ In This Episode Full reading of Matthew Chapter 4 (World English Bible) The temptation of Jesus in the wilderness Three temptations: comfort, pride, and compromise How Scripture and obedience lead to victory The calling of the first disciples — “Follow Me” Jesus begins preaching and healing in Galilee Reflections and prayer for strength in temptation ✝️ Key Lessons Testing follows triumph — wilderness often comes after blessing. Victory comes through the Word — “It is written.” Faith trusts, pride tests. Discipleship requires immediate obedience. God starts His work in overlooked places — light shines first in darkness. 🙏 Prayer Reflection Lord Jesus, thank You for showing us that obedience overcomes temptation. When comfort, pride, or power try to pull us away, remind us of Your words — “It is written.” Strengthen us through Your Spirit to follow You faithfully, just as the first disciples did. In Your holy name we pray, Amen. 📖 Timestamps 0:00 – Introduction & Prayer 1:30 – The Temptation in the Wilderness 4:00 – Lessons from Each Temptation 8:00 – From Darkness to Light: The Move to Galilee 9:00 – Calling the First Disciples 10:00 – The Threefold Ministry of Jesus 11:00 – Reflection & Closing Prayer 💡 About the Channel Bible Chapter by Chapter explores God’s Word one chapter at a time — with full readings, reflections, and guided prayers. Perfect for daily devotion, Bible study groups, and anyone seeking clear, peaceful teaching from Scripture. 🎧 Available on YouTube | Spotify | Apple Podcasts 📖 Translation: World English Bible (Public Domain) 🎙️ Host: Christopher Hintsala ✨ “Temptation is temporary, but obedience builds eternal strength.” Join us next time for Matthew Chapter 5, where Jesus begins the Sermon on the Mount and reveals the heart of the Kingdom. #BibleChapterByChapter #Matthew4 #TemptationOfJesus #BiblePodcast #ChristianPodcast #BibleStudy #WorldEnglishBible #JesusChrist #WildernessTemptation #ChristianEncouragement #DailyDevotion #GospelOfMatthew #Discipleship #FaithOverFear