In this powerful message, Pastor Alex Gowler continues our series, "Follow Me," by diving into the trials of Jesus in the wilderness. Drawing from Matthew 4, Pastor Alex explores how Jesus succeeded where humanity previously failed, offering us a "do-over" through His ultimate victory. We often view the gospel as a set of beliefs, but as we see in this message, the gospel is something to be lived. By examining the trials of dependence, trust, and devotion, we learn that overcoming temptation isn't just about changing our behavior—it's about resting in our identity as children of God. If you’ve ever felt the weight of your past or the pressure of the world, join us as we discover how to say "goodbye yesterday" and walk in the newness of life that only Jesus provides.

Key Takeaways

• Rest in God’s Provision: Learn to depend on God’s goodness even in seasons of lack, trusting that what He withholds is for your protection and what He provides is for your good.

• Trust His Presence: Discover how to remain secure in your relationship with God even when He feels distant, moving beyond a need for "signs" to a heart of faithful assurance.

• Prioritize Devotion over Benefits: Shift your perspective from seeing God as a tool to be used to seeing Him as a person to be loved, choosing the "Treasure" over the shortcut.

• Redeem Your Story: Understand that Jesus didn’t just resist temptation to set an example; He did it to rewrite your story, replacing your past failures with His perfect victory.