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Because Jesus immersed Himself in the Scriptures, He astounded His listeners. Luke says, “And they were astonished at His teaching, for His word was with authority” (Luke 4:32). Equally important is what the life-long study of the Scriptures did for Jesus personally. By living in the Word Jesus fortified His soul against the attack of the enemy. When temptation came He was prepared. Without fail He defended Himself with the Word. Had He relied upon His own resources of logic or will power He would have undoubtedly failed. Only the Word of God has the authority to resist the power of Satan.
“I have hidden your word in my heart that I might not sin against you.”
— Psalm 119:11 (NIV)
Help us to meditate on Your Word and memorize it so can resist the enemy. Amen.