Like skiing, the practices of Lent humble me. They show me my limitations. They draw me back to my own brokenness and need for God.
Lessons from the Mountainside
Category: Lent
Praying Scripture – 3/4/2020 – Lent
Then I acknowledged my sin to youand I did not cover up my iniquity.I said, "I will confessmy transgression to the LORD."And you forgavethe guilt of my sin.. . . Many are the woes of the wicked,but the LORD's unfailing lovesurrounds the one who trusts in him.Rejoice in the LORD and be glad, you righteous;sing, … Continue reading Praying Scripture – 3/4/2020 – Lent
Holy, Chosen, and Dearly Loved
Confession isn't primarily about focusing on how awful I am or how badly I've blown it. It's about grace and forgiveness.
Praying Scripture – 2/26/2020 – Ash Wednesday
1 Out of the depths I cry to you, LORD;2 Lord, hear my voice. Let your ears be attentive to my cry for mercy.3 If you, LORD, kept a record of sins, Lord, who could stand?4 But with you there is forgiveness, so that we can, with reverence, serve you.5 I wait for the LORD, my whole being waits, … Continue reading Praying Scripture – 2/26/2020 – Ash Wednesday
Laissez Les Bons Temps Rouler
I found that as I slowed down and focused on my relationship with God during Lent, He worked in my heart in some amazing ways. Out of this season of reflection and penitence came a deeper and more profound understanding of "the good times."
Life Beyond #Blessed 