Wednesday, February 11, 2009

...Yet Was Without Sin

"For we do not have a high priest who is unable to sympathize with our weaknesses, but we have one who has been tempted in every way, just as we are—yet was without sin." Hebrews 4:15 Isn't it comforting to know that Jesus was tempted just like we are? And how much more comforting to know that he was without sin--completely victorious! Of course since we are human we can't possibly be victorious 100% of the time, but I am sure that as Christians we (through Christ's help) are capable of being far more victorious than we are willing to believe!

-What a Friend we Have in Jesus-
Have we trials and temptations?
Is there trouble anywhere?
We should never be discouraged;
Take it to the Lord in prayer.
Can we find a friend so faithful
Who will all our sorrows share?
Jesus knows our every weakness;
Take it to the Lord in prayer.

~Joseph Scriven, verse 2