First Sunday of Lent
Matthew 4:1–11
Jesus was tempted with comfort, power, and status.
We face the same pull toward self first living.
Where others chose self, Jesus chose faithfulness.
He trusted God instead of chasing control.
Not built on greed or ego.
But on mercy, service, generosity, justice, and peace.
Every day we choose who we follow.
Self or Christ.
Power or service.
Even when we fail.
God’s grace always welcomes us back.
