Read Mark's story of Jesus' temptation
9 In those days Jesus came from Nazareth of Galilee and was baptized by John in the Jordan. 10 And just as he was coming up out of the water, he saw the heavens torn apart and the Spirit descending like a dove on him. 11 And a voice came from heaven, "You are my Son, the Beloved; with you I am well pleased." 12 And the Spirit immediately drove him out into the wilderness. 13 He was in the wilderness forty days, tempted by Satan; and he was with the wild beasts; and the angels waited on him. 14 Now after John was arrested, Jesus came to Galilee, proclaiming the good news of God, 15 and saying, "The time is fulfilled, and the kingdom of God has come near; repent, and believe in the good news."
12 And the Spirit immediately drove him out into the wilderness
Where are your current wildernesses?
Where is the Spirit driving you?
Head deep inside.
13 He was in the wilderness forty days, tempted by Satan; and he was with the wild beasts;
What are your temptations today?
What "wild beasts" inside and out confront you?
Name your demons. Look at them. Describe them.
and the angels waited on him.
Who are your angels now?
How are they ministering to you?
To whom are you presently an angel?
Give thanks to God for protection as you confront your shadow.
Be open to God's call to air other in their struggle.
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