God has now revealed to us his mysterious will regarding Christ—which is to fulfill his own good plan.
Ephesians 1:9
Remember how the Lord your God led you through the wilderness for these forty years, humbling you and testing you to prove your character, and to find out whether or not you would obey his commands.
Deuteronomy 8:2
The Spirit then compelled Jesus to go into the wilderness, where he was tempted by Satan for forty days. He was out among the wild animals, and angels took care of him.
Mark 1:12-13
O holy One, the wilderness has much to teach us about ourselves and your kindness. We may not like seasons of wilderness, but we pray that you use these seasons to teach us. Help us grow in strength, humility, and faith. In Jesus’ name, we pray. Amen.
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