THIS WEEK'S TEXT

• Revised Common: Genesis 2:15-17; 3:1-7 · Romans 5:12-19 · Matthew 4:1-11
• Roman Catholic: Genesis 2:7-9; 3:1-7 · Romans 5:12-19 · Matthew 4:1-11
• Episcopal: Genesis 2:4b-9, 15-17, 25 -- 3:1-7 · Romans 5:12-19 (20-21) · Matthew 4:1-11
• Lutheran: Genesis 2:7-9, 15-17; 3:1-7 · Romans 5:12 (13-16) 17-19 · Matthew 4:1-11

Theme: Christ Confronts Satan.

Suggested Text For Preaching: Matthew 4:1-11

COMMENTARY

Lesson 1: Genesis 2:7-9, 15-17; 3:1-7
This text derives from the second Genesis creation account. Just prior to our reading, the stage is set. Adam and Eve are created from the dust of the earth and then infused with God's Spirit. They live in the garden, representing a state of harmony between God, humans and all creatures. The Lord delineates humankind's limits or …