Here it is, the perfect opportunity for Jesus to show his power right out of the gate. God has affirmed him, he has been spending his time fasting (weakening of the body) and praying (strengthening of the soul) and is greeted by none other than Satan himself. What better way for Jesus to grab people’s attention than a very public display of throwing that snake on the ground and trampling it under his feet. Yet that is not what he does. Jesus doesn’t waste his time and energy on big displays, but instead with simple responses, showing Satan that his evil words are empty and powerless. 

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