First Sunday of Lent

This weekend is the First Sunday of Lent. The Gospel reading is from Luke 4:1-13. It tells of Jesus being tempted by the Devil in the desert. 

When you are tempted, just remember that even the Son of God was tempted, and yet He remained without sin. You can become just as strong as He was in resisting evil and fighting your daily temptations.

Dear Jesus, help us to become as strong as you when the Devil whispers in our heart and attempts to sway us to do wrong. Stay with us, Lord, as we face our struggles, and help us to be as sinless as You. Remind us that all sin is just turning our heart against You. Help us to stay strong and become more like You. This we ask in Your most holy name. Amen. 

Mary, our Mother, pray for us, 

and lead us to be more like your Son. Amen.