Devotion:
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Read Matthew 4:1-11.
In our reading for today Jesus meets the devil in the desert. The devil is tempting Jesus with power, easy living, and fame. However, Jesus takes the hard high road. Would we do the same? Our culture pushes us to think that we deserve all the luxuries of life. Why is Jesus tempted? By being tempted, Jesus shows that he is human like us. By overcoming temptation, he shows his ability to carry out his Father's will. Jesus answered all the devil's questions with the words of Scripture, which is the only way to follow God.
Through his perfect obedience, Jesus will rescue us from the devil. Jesus' rejection of the devil's temptations also provides us the perfect model for enduring temptation. Jesus used words of Scripture to stand firm against the devil. We too must let God's holy Word guide us so that when we are tempted, the echo of his voice will guide our hearts, our desires, and our actions. When we face temptation today, let’s listen for God's voice and turn to Jesus, because he is able to help all who are tempted.
Dear God, help us to hear your voice and to trust you in resisting the temptations we face today and every day. Amen.
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