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Matthew 4:1-11 — Universal (classic)

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Matthew 4:1-11 14:25-33 shows the gospel pattern—God initiates grace, then forms a people who obey in love.

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Matthew 4:1-11

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Matthew 4:1-11 — Anabaptist (edgy)

Matthew 4:1-11 Timothy 1:12-17 refuses a private discipleship; obedience must be visible—today, not someday.

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Matthew 4:1-11 — Pentecostal (edgy)

Matthew 4:1-11 91:1-6, 14-16 exposes our control; the Spirit refuses to be managed—today, not someday.

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Matthew 4:1-11 — Liberation Theology (classic)

Matthew 4:1-11 Psalm 91:1-6, 14-16, grace is not abstract; it breaks chains and confronts unjust power.

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Matthew 4:1-11 — Baptist (edgy)

Matthew 4:1-11 12:32-40 exposes cheap belief—saving faith produces obedience—today, not someday.

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1 Corinthians 10:1-13 — Charismatic (edgy)

1 Corinthians 10:1-13 exposes control; the Spirit will not be reduced to a brand—today, not someday.

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1 Corinthians 10:1-13 — Charismatic (pastoral)

1 Corinthians 10:1-13 encourages hungry hearts: ask, receive, and keep seeking God’s presence—today, not someday.

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Luke 4:1-13 — Traditional (edgy)

If Luke 4:1-13 feels “too strong,” it’s because Scripture refuses to negotiate with sin—today, not someday.

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Luke 4:1-13 — Traditional (classic)

Luke 4:1-13 calls us back to the historic faith: repentance, trust in Christ, and life shaped by Scripture.

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Luke 4:1-13 — Lutheran (classic)

In Luke 4:1-13, the gospel is announcement, not advice—Christ for you—today, not someday.

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Matthew 4:1-11 — Universal (classic)

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