What happens when we fail? When the hook sets deep and we’re caught in sin? Hebrews offers hope: we have a High Priest who empathizes with our weakness. Jesus faced every temptation we face, yet without sin. He doesn’t merely sympathize—He understands.Because of that, we can approach God’s throne of grace with confidence. At His throne, we find two things we desperately need: mercy—when we fall—an...

Temptation often comes disguised as shortcuts. That’s exactly how Satan tempted Jesus in the wilderness. After forty days of fasting, Jesus was hungry. Satan tempted Him to satisfy His appetite, to prove His identity through pride, and to claim power without the cross.Each temptation appealed to something real. Hunger isn’t wrong. God’s protection is real. Authority belongs to Christ. But Satan tw...

Confidence is a good thing—until it makes you careless. Paul reminds the Corinthians that Israel experienced God’s miracles, yet still fell into idolatry, immorality, and grumbling. Spiritual privilege doesn’t equal spiritual immunity. “So if you think you are standing firm, be careful that you don’t fall!” (1 Cor. 10:12).Overconfidence is one of temptation’s greatest traps. When we think, I’ve go...

Temptation is universal. Every one of us has moments when something looks good, feels right, or promises satisfaction—but beneath the surface lies danger. James 1:13–16 compares temptation to fishing bait. The lure is bright, shiny, and convincing, but it hides a deadly hook.The mistake many of us make is believing that God tempts us. James is clear: God never tempts anyone. Temptation is not from...