Life is filled with spiritual tests that can either elevate or destroy us, depending on our preparation. Jesus' wilderness experience in Luke 4:1-13 provides the perfect example of how to pass life's tests. Before facing temptation, Jesus was empowered by the Holy Spirit and secure in His identity as God's beloved Son. His success came through four key qualities: conviction, character, dependence, and obedience. These same qualities are available to anyone who surrenders to Christ. The most important question isn't whether we believe in Jesus, but whether we're surrendered to Him, allowing His presence to empower us through every challenge.