Gen 2.7-9, 3.1-7; Ps 50; Rom 5.12-19; Mt 4.1-11
FIGHT TEMPTATION BY OBEYING GOD’S WORD
During Lent, we prepare for Easter by reflecting on sin and temptation. Jesus fasted for forty days before beginning His ministry, following the example of prophets such as Moses and Elijah. In the desert, He was tempted by the devil but trusted in God and rejected temptation, showing us how to fight sin through prayer and grace.
Original sin, rooted in Adam, affects us all, but Christ’s obedience offers salvation. Despite temptations, Christ’s trust in God and His sacrifices overcome evil. Following His example and God’s grace will help us resist temptation and attain eternal life.
Fr Joseph Osho