victory in the wilderness

Victory In The Wilderness
What is tempting you today as we begin the second week of Lent? What are you struggling with? Let’s be honest, we all struggle with wilderness temptations. The world, the flesh, and the devil tempt us daily. To overcome our temptations, we must learn to claim God's promises. We’ve all heard people say, "I couldn't help myself; the temptation was more than I could resist.” The truth is, when we say that, we’re calling God a liar! God's Word tells us He will always provide a way of escape from our temptations. It may not be easy, it may be painful, it may even be embarrassing, but God promises a way out.
Friends, when the enemy tempts us to step out of God's will, we should reach for our weapons! Our weapon of choice, as it was for Jesus in the wilderness, is the word of truth found in scripture. Truth is our antidote for temptation! Joshua tells us to "Keep this Book of the Law always on your lips; meditate on it day and night, so that you may be careful to do everything written in it. Then you will be prosperous and successful" (Josh.1:8). Satan isn't afraid of our opinions, but he is terrified by the truth. He knows God's Word is sharper than any two-edged sword and that it will provide escape. So, overcome the wilderness of temptation by arming yourself with the truth found in God's Word; it's our most effective weapon in defeating temptation!
Have A Holy Lent +
Fr. Greg

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