A reading from the letter of Paul to the Hebrews.

Since the children of God are flesh and blood, Jesus likewise partook of that flesh and blood, that by dying he might render powerless the one who has the power of death — that is, the Devil — and free those whose fear of death had enslaved them all their lives.  Surely Jesus came to help not angels but rather the children of Sarah and Abraham!  Therefore, Jesus had to become like his sisters and brothers in every way, in order to be a merciful and faithful high priest on our behalf, to make atonement for the sins of the people.  And since Jesus suffered while being tempted, he is able to help others who are being tempted.

The Word of God recorded in the letter of Paul to the Hebrews.