“The 40 days of Lent recall the 40 days of Jesus being tempted in the wilderness. The story of Jesus’ time in the desert is usually read on the first Sunday of Lent as a reminder that we are each called to explore our own temptations and the deserts within us that allow them to flourish.”
Temptation is never from God. But God does permit us to be tempted. Not so that we fall but so that we grow in holiness. Temptation forces us to rise up and choose either God or the temptation. Though mercy and forgiveness are always offered when we fail, numerous blessings await those who overcome temptation.
Join us on the First Sunday of Lent, March 9th, at 11:00am as Tracy McGlothlin leads our worship service with her message, “Facing Temptation.” All are welcome here.
