[Forest Keeper]

The difference between testing and temptation is in the intent of the initiator. When God subjected Jesus to hunger in the desert it was to test him in his reliance on God but when Satan tempted him in the same situation it was to sin by relying on himself to perform a miracle to satisfy his personal hunger.

Yes, that's exactly right. When God tests, it is with the EXPECTATION that the person will succeed. The man of God should turn towards Him and God will help him. When satan tempts, it is with the EXPECTATION of failure. We all know how that goes, unfortunately. But even when we are tempted, God still provides a way out:

1 Cor 10:13 : No temptation has seized you except what is common to man. And God is faithful; he will not let you be tempted beyond what you can bear. But when you are tempted, he will also provide a way out so that you can stand up under it.

If my above is right, then it looks like all men are tempted, but only the elect are tested.

[kosta50]

Yes, that's exactly right. When God tests, it is with the EXPECTATION that the person will succeed

Whose expectation? God's? LOL!

1 Cor 10:13...If my above is right, then it looks like all men are tempted, but only the elect are tested

It does not provide the reason for testing. There is no reason for God to test anyone if He knows our hearts and minds.