Tempted by Satan

“The Spirit drove Jesus out into the desert, and he remained in the desert for forty days, tempted by Satan. He was among wild beasts, and the angels ministered to him.” (MK 1: 12-13) 

It happened right after Our Lord’s Baptism: “The Spirit drove Jesus out into the desert, and he remained in the desert for forty days, tempted by Satan.” We also can experience more difficulties when we decide to start this Lent more focused on our relationships, growing in gentleness and respect and being a giver of self. Temptations are normal; God’s grace supports us, and we can build our strength and strategy “on every word that comes forth from the mouth of God.” In God we trust. 

“One does not live on bread alone, but on every word that comes forth from the mouth of God.” (Gospel Acclamation)