Jesus Christ provided us with the perfect example of what is necessary to resist temptation and maintain our perspective the face of what we experience. His references back to Israel and their experience in the wilderness were purposeful. Israel experienced the presence of God among them - but it didn't always translate into obedience. What made Christ successful where Israel failed? How does this impact us today with the Spirit of God dwelling in us?

Ben Light

Pastor, United Church of God

Ben is an elder serving as Pastor for the Salem, Eugene, Roseburg, Oregon congregations of the United Church of God. He is an avid outdoorsman, and loves hunting, fishing and being in God's creation.