Before Jesus came, in the Old Testament, every transaction with God was based on, “IF You (Man) will do this then I (God) will do that. Everything in relationship with Him was based on sacrifices for sin. Offerings of lambs, doves and goats were required. The blood was sprinkled on the mercy seat, and atonement for sin resulted in forgiveness for one year. It was never a permanent solution. It was never a total solution. Mankind still endeavors to get on Gods good side. It takes faith and knowledge of the Word of God to understand that everything we are or will ever be, is simply by the grace of God. There is nothing we can do to earn anything. If we could, then we would have” bragging rights.” Everything that we are is through Christ Jesus. The biggest temptation that the enemy will throw at us will be based on our perception of our identity. Jesus was in the wilderness being tempted by the enemy. Satan said, “If you are The Son of God, then take theses stones and turn them into bread.” In other words,” IF YOU ARE WHO GOD SAYS YOU ARE, THEN DO SOMETHING TO FIX YOUR HUNGER!” He challenges us today in the same way. If I am who you (God) say that I am, then why am I dealing with some of these difficulties or heartaches? You can meet any challenge because of who you are and whose you are! No weapon formed against you will prosper. That is a promise in scripture. You are who God says you are. He will bring you out of any wilderness experience triumphantly!