This week we kick off our sermon series that will take us to Easter with the Word of the Cross. We explore the first key aspect: The Word of Resistance. It examines Jesus’ temptation in the wilderness (Luke 4:1-13) and highlights the reality and strategies of the devil, who seeks to deceive believers through lies and half-truths. Jesus resists these temptations by relying on the truth of Scripture, demonstrating the importance of combating spiritual attacks with God’s Word. The sermon outlines three major temptations: gratification (seeking immediate fulfillment outside of God’s will), glory (choosing worldly power over God’s eternal kingdom), and grumbling (doubting God’s provision and promises). It emphasizes that Jesus’ victory over temptation foreshadowed His ultimate triumph on the cross, where He defeated Satan and secured salvation for believers. The message encourages steadfast faith, reminding believers that spiritual warfare is real but can be overcome by trusting in God’s faithfulness and resisting the enemy’s deception with Scripture.