Online Retreat- Week 20
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Alexander, Andy, S.J.
Waldron, Maureen McCann
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2000-01-01
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The Temptations in the Desert|Guide: Testing|There is no greater self-revelation than to let one's temptations show. In this week's contemplation, Jesus shows us what he wrestled with. In our growing desire to know him, in our deepening affection for him, in this powerful attraction to being with him in his mission, we are drawn to understand his struggles. As he reveals to us the depths of his inner process to be free to do God's will, we see that Jesus knows us in our growing desire to be free.|There are a number of key elements in our contemplation this week that help us frame our reflection.|- Jesus does not run from temptation. In fact, the Holy Spirit of God leads him to the desert to face these demons.|- Jesus fasts first. He wants to be lean and prepared and alert and hungry.|- Jesus is facing his identity. The temptations are all about how he is who he is.|- Jesus is confronting temptations to use his personal power for himself, rather than for others.|Readings:|1. Satan Tested Him (Mark 1:12-13)|2. The Holy Spirit Led Jesus into the Desert (Matthew 4:1-11)|3. After the Devil had Finished Testing Jesus in Every Possible Way, He Left Him for a While (Luke 4:1-13)|4. He Did Not Betray Us for a Crust of Bread (In Time of Translation, Ladislaus Boros)|Prayers:|1. A Prayer to Begin Each Day|2. Deliver Us from Evil (The Lord's Prayer)|3. I Bind to Myself Today God's Power to Guide Me (Breastplate of St. Patrick)
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Creighton University, Online Ministries