season 2 episode 20: Day 4 of Advent: Luke Chapter 4

Advent Series, Luke chapter 4: In chapter 4 Luke Jesus spends 40 days in the desert being tempted by Satan and then begins His ministry only to be rejected by the people in his hometown of Nazareth. Questions to think about: -How do you typically respond to temptations? What can we learn from Jesus example of turning to scripture? -In what areas of your life are you tempted to compromise your values or identity for comfort or success? -When you face challenges, do you view them as opportunities for spiritual growth? How might this perspective help you handle difficulties? -Have you experienced rejection from those closest to you when you stepped into a new role or embraced your faith? How did you respond?-How can you demonstrate grace to those who may struggle to understand or accept your faith journey? Encouragement: Luke chapter 4 encourages us to trust in God’s word, remain steadfast in our purpose despite life’s challenges, and to find hope in Jesus’ authority as we lean into the dreams in our hearts and become the person that God created us to be. No one ever said that following God would be easy, but it is definitely worth it! Quoted Scripture: Joshua 1:9