Confrontation explains the secret of Jesus' victory in the wilderness of temptation, and how it can be yours today.
“The first moral lesson given to Adam was that of self-denial. The reins of self-government were placed in his hands. Judgment, reason, and conscience were to bear sway.” (Page 12)
“The Lord placed man upon probation, that he might form a character of steadfast integrity for his own happiness and for the glory of his Creator.” (Page 12)
“Man was to find happiness in labor, as well as in meditation. Adam” (Page 11)
“But these words, at the time they were spoken, were not fully understood by Satan.” (Page 19)
“The childhood, youth, and manhood of John, who came in the spirit and power of Elijah to do a special work in preparing the way for the world’s Redeemer, were marked with firmness and moral power. Satan could not move his integrity. When the voice of this prophet was heard in the wilderness, ‘Prepare ye the way of the Lord, make his paths straight,’ Satan was afraid for his kingdom.” (Page 28)