Tempted by the Enemy | Sermon (Fr. Matthias Shehad)

Fr. Matthias Shehad explores the temptation of Christ in the wilderness, highlighting the threefold nature of temptation as described by St. John: the lust of the flesh, the lust of the eyes, and the pride of life. He explains how Christ resisted each temptation by maintaining control over his desires, rejecting self-glorification, and refusing worldly power.

Fr. Matthias emphasizes that temptation is a common experience for all believers, with Satan’s power limited by God’s protection and grace. Drawing from Scripture, he outlines practical ways to resist temptation, including vigilance, spiritual practices such as prayer and fasting, and having faith in God’s ability to provide a way of escape.

The sermon encourages viewers to see temptation not only as a challenge but as an opportunity for spiritual growth and deeper reliance on God during times of struggle.#Temptation #ChristInTheWilderness #FaithInGod #SpiritualGrowth #ResistTemptation #PowerOfPrayer #StPaulHouston #Coptic #FrMatthias



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