We have an enemy, out to thwart God’s work in our life and the advance of God’s kingdom in our world. He tempts us constantly to do things contrary to God’s will. We get stuck, don’t move forward, experience all the life that God has for us.
The power to overcome temptation comes from the Spirit. The path to overcome temptation is resisting it while relying on the truth of God.
Jesus came to this world to save the lost and the broken, and to demonstrate a new way of life for those who believe. He was baptized and lived a life serving and loving others. Jesus made it possible for us to have new life, with a new purpose; to leave our past behind and live for the glory of God moving forward. We are called to live like Him, blessing one another and living out our humble calling – for great is the reward in heaven.