Good Sunday morning,
We are on the threshold of the season of Lent – an opportune time to talk about temptation.
We are at the very beginning where we stop and think, “Do we really want to do this or not?”
And if we do, what does that mean for our lives for the next six weeks? Can we still function in normal society
even though we’ve gotten this Lent journey thing going?
The entire temptation episode begins with God’s Spirit leading Jesus into the wilderness to fast for forty days.
Then, as now, fasting and going on a retreat was a way to draw close to God before embarking on a major life change.
Jesus was about to begin his work as king, and he wanted to receive God’s power, wisdom, and presence before he started.
We all have our own temptations, large and small, depending on who we are, our circumstances, and the nature of our work.
Through it all is the image of the Christ who comes not to condemn but to save; the Christ who longs to gather us up as a hen
gathers her brood. Offer the sheltering wings of the comfort of Jesus as we worship together.
Come, all are welcomed!
Pastor Clarissa