In today’s Gospel, Jesus goes into the desert for forty days to pray and is tempted by Satan. He is among wild beasts, and the angels come to minister to him. Jesus needs this time of preparation before he begins his public ministry. What about our own preparation? Is it easy to prepare when illness, suffering and temptation surround us? How do you prepare yourself for those times that seem especially challenging?
- Reflection by Mary Heinrich in “Celebrating Sunday for Catholic Families 2023-24” published by Liturgy Training Publications.