The first suggestion seems harmless, but our Lord recognized its import. Already he had become conscious of his power from on high. He knew its meaning. By it he was to establish the truth of his message and turn men to God. To have used it that he might escape personal discomfort would have been (a) a misuse of power. Many a one has been tempted to prostitute high gifts for mere personal gain. D. L. Moody had a persuasive power that made him one of the best shoe salesmen that were ever on the road.