Temptation is part of human life. We know we should say no, but it's very tough. What do we do when we want to do something which seems fine, but God says no? In today's sermon, we see Jesus himself being tempted with things that aren't bad in themselves. Yet, he says no. Listen as Fr. Stephen explains how the core temptation isn't to do something bad, but instead to doubt God's love for us.

Scripture Passages: Genesis 3:1-7; Psalm 32:6-7; Matthew 4:1-11

Preached on the First Sunday in Lent, March 1st, 2020 by Rev. Stephen Silverthorne

Sermon Highlights

• Temptation is most difficult when we are tempted with something good
• Jesus is tempted with things he has the right to enjoy
• Jesus says no because God said the time is wrong
• We are tempted in the same way
• God tells us no for our own good
• We must ask if we trust God
• We must ask if it is something which helps us become more like God wants us to be

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