On this First Sunday in Lent, The Rev. Dr. James E. Taylor, Rector of St. George Episcopal Church, tells us that in today's gospel, Jesus demonstrated that we need to have faith. Jesus obviously had faith. He was familiar with the scriptures, the lessons of the prophets, and the guiding principles of God. Each time Jesus was tempted by the devil He countered that temptation by referring to the scriptures, specifically the Torah. The phrases, "One does not live by bread alone," "Do not put the Lord to the test," and "Worship the Lord your God," are all from Deuteronomy. Jesus had knowledge of our faith history and the word of God. These statements provide a foundation for personal discipline and direct our thoughts during Lent.