In Episode 3 of Desert Diaries: A Lenten Journey with Bishop Kulick, we enter a desert many people know well: fear.

When life slows down, anxiety, insecurity, comparison, and the pressure to be “enough” can grow louder. Bishop Larry J. Kulick reflects on how fear works — how it narrows our vision, distorts our identity, and creates “mirages” that feel real but aren’t rooted in truth.

Drawing from Jesus’ temptations in the desert, this episode explores:

• Why fear is such a powerful starting point for temptation
• How comparison and cultural pressure distort self-worth
• The connection between identity and Scripture
• Why seeking help for anxiety is a sign of courage, not weakness
• How faith and mental health work together

Fear does not define you. God’s truth does.

The episode concludes with a simple breathing prayer as this week’s Desert Practice — a steady, grounding reminder that Christ is present, even in moments of anxiety.