As Jesus demonstrated, when we’re tempted, we need to rely on God and God's Word. But we also can turn to something that Jesus didn’t have when he was all alone in the wilderness: the support and help of a Christian brother.

For an example of that, host Chris Bolinger turns to the Lord of the Rings trilogy.

This week’s Bible passage: Hebrews 2:14-18

Podcast resource: 52 Weeks of Strength for Men (ebook, paperback)

Other resources:

• Chris Bolinger’s other devotional: Daily Strength for Men
• Mike Hatch’s book: Manhood: Empowered by the Light of the Gospel
• Relational men’s discipleship programs: CLC