In this first week of Lent, we follow Jesus into the wilderness and discover that love is formed long before it is seen. The temptations he faces are not obvious evils but subtle distortions—grasping for control, turning identity into performance, and seeking power without faithfulness. As we begin our journey toward the cross, we learn that in the wilderness, love becomes visible when we refuse the shortcuts and trust the God who calls us beloved. 

Scripture is read by Kim Maxwell.

Sermon by Rev. Beth Demme

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