Jesus Helps Us

April 20, 2016 | By Chuck

"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."(Heb.4:15) Jesus has been there. He's been exactly where we are today. When we face temptations that threaten our faithfulness to God, Jesus can sympathize. He can sympathize because he's been there. The difference is Jesus never yielded to temptation and sin and we do. I'm glad he knows how being tempted feels. I'm glad, even though he never sinned, that he can still sympathize with those of us who do. The good news is not only does Jesus sympathize with us when we are tempted, he also helps us. "Because he himself suffered when he was tempted, he is able to help those who are being tempted."(Heb.2:18) The truth of the matter is we all need help at times. We're tempted on a regular basis and we need Jesus" help to overcome the temptation. When tempted or feeling weak, we can immediately pray and know that Jesus hears us and is with us and willing to help and strengthen us. Having been where we are and understanding the struggle we have with temptation, Jesus is willing and able to help us. It should encourage us all to press on in faithfulness to God, knowing that Jesus sympathizes with us when we're tempted and that he is also there to help us.