Satan’s “If thou be the Son of God” in Luke 4 was a deliberate temptation, challenging Christ’s identity and obedience to the Father’s Word.
Luke 3-5 reveals John the Baptist, Jesus’ baptism and temptation, and Christ’s authority to call, heal, forgive, and save sinners.
Matthew 1–4 reveals Jesus as the promised Messiah, born of a virgin, affirmed by prophecy, tempted by Satan, and launched into His kingdom ministry.