"Deliver Us From Evil"

Personally, I think the sin society needs to be delivered from most is greediness. So many people in our society are so self-centered and materialistic. It is easy to get caught up in clothing, technology, and expensive goods. However, God tells us to give to those in need. Although I do think society is enabled to purchase their desires if they work hard for them, material goods do not buy happiness. So many innocent people around the world are starving, have life-threating diseases, and no family members alive or to turn to. In our society, I think we take so many things for granted. I believe that the best way to thank God for blessing us with all we have is by giving to people less fortunate. I believe that by serving the poor, we will be delivered from evil.

Temptations

The first temptation Jesus experiences is when he is in he the desert, starving. He had the power to fall into the temptation of the devil and turn a stone into bread. However, he resisted this temptation and did not give in. Like Jesus, there are a lot of temptations in my life as well. For example, when I am unsure of an answer on a test and the teacher isn't look, I am often tempted to look at my friend's paper. However, I know that I have to resist this temptation like Jesus in order to do the right thing. The second temptation Jesus experiences is when the devil asks Jesus to fall off the high point of the temple and have God resist his fall, ultimately proving that He is the Messiah. Like Jesus, I look often struggle with the issue of bragging what I have. Sometimes I get caught up in material goods and what everyone to see that I have the latest brand-name stuff. However, I have learned to resist this temptation and remain modest. The third temptation Jesus experiences is when the devil promises him "all the kingdoms of the world" if He breaks down and worships him. Similar to Jesus, I can sometimes be tempted to go against God by not following the commandments, not wanting to go to church, or not acting how God would want me to. However, I know that I have to resist these temptations and try faithful to God.