Sunday, April 5, 2009

Our Great High Priest

A compilation of images by Simon Smith attempting to illustrate Jesus’ temptation in the wilderness:

The Temptation of Jesus is in Matthew 4:1-11, Luke 4:1-13 and Mark 1:12-13

Approaching this weekend, I’m reflecting more on the lasting impact Jesus’ ministry had before his death and resurrection. While watching this video and reading about his temptation, a verse in Hebrews kept coming to mind:

“ For we do not have a high priest who is unable to sympathize with our weaknesses, but one who in every respect has been tempted as we are, yet without sin. Let us then with confidence draw near to the throne of grace, that we may receive mercy and find grace to help in time of need.” – Hebrews 4:15-16