THEME: DO NOT RATIONALIZE YOUR CHRISTIAN IDENTITY IN THE FACE OF TEMPTATION
By: Rev. Fr. Thomas Oyode
Today's liturgy, among other things, is a call to reflect on our journey as Christians and particularly as we embark on our lenten penance. So it presents us generally with the reality of sin and evil in the world and the daily temptations we have to face. On a particular note, it cautions us too that as we seek to take due advantage of this season for repentance and renewal we should be wary of the antics of the Tempter. The lesson we are, thus left with today from the scripture readings is that: _every temptation is a test of our faith and trust in God_ and we must _never rationalise on our true Christian identity_.
