Daily Devotions: Temptation Does Not Last - March 17, 2026

Luke 4:1–2, 13 (ESV) - “And Jesus, full of the Holy Spirit, returned from the Jordan and was led by the Spirit in the wilderness for forty days, being tempted by the devil. And he ate nothing during those days. And when they were ended, he was hungry… And when the devil had ended every temptation, he departed from him until an opportune time.” In this episode of Daily Devotions, Pastor David Sumrall reminds us that temptation is a real pressure that comes from the outside trying to push its way into our lives. Jesus Himself experienced this pressure when He was tempted by the devil in the wilderness for forty days. As the second Adam, Jesus faced temptation directly and stood firm. Pastor Sumrall explains that temptation often comes in seasons. At times the pressure can feel very strong, but there also comes a moment when that pressure lifts and the temptation passes. However, Scripture shows that the enemy departs only until another opportunity arises. Temptation can return at a later time, often when a person is at a weaker moment. This Daily Devotion encourages believers to remember that Jesus understands the pressure of temptation and has shown us that it is possible to stand firm. By the grace of God, we can remain faithful even when the pressure is strong. ---- Discover fundamental truths and the power of Scripture with Pastor David E. Sumrall on Daily Devotions. Pastor Sumrall serves as the Undershepherd of the Cathedral of Praise, a Christian church dedicated to Jesus and His Word, with campuses across Metro Manila and branches around the world.   Don’t forget to like, subscribe to Cathedral of Praise TV https://www.youtube.com/c/cathedralofpraiseTV/?sub_confirmation=1,and hit the bell icon 🔔 to stay updated. Pastor David Sumrall and Sister Beverley Sumrall serve as the undershepherds of Cathedral of Praise—a Christian church dedicated to Jesus and His Word, with campuses across Metro Manila and branches worldwide. Learn more about Pastor David Sumrall: https://linktr.ee/davidsumrall Subscribe to Sister Beverley Sumrall’s Podcast: https://cathedralofpraisemanila.com.ph/podcasts/praise-moments/ Know more about Cathedral of Praise: https://linktr.ee/cathedralofpraise Listen to Bible Radio: https://linktr.ee/bible.radio Check out our music: https://linktr.ee/cathedralofpraisemusic Join the Daily Manna Feeding Program: https://www.facebook.com/COPDailyManna © 2026 Cathedral of Praise. All rights reserved. This video and its content are the property of Cathedral of Praise. Sharing is permitted only by linking to the original source. Unauthorized use, reproduction, modification, or distribution is strictly prohibited.