Thoughts on lent.. By (me!) Sandra, tvgp
-such a variety of things by a variety of people are 'fasted' during lent: some giving up chocolate, some soda, some alcohol, some red meats, some social media, some technology..
but more important -much more important than the what.. is the why. -the goal; Intention; motivation, purpose..
is it to, A. Increase your recognition of your own blessings; things you might otherwise take for granted; via sacrifice? B. demonstrate a commitment to God; your faith via sacrifice? C. increase your spirit of generosity via giving to others what you otherwise keep for yourself? D. Use 'fasting' as a type of prayer.. looking for deeper connection?
It gets blurred sometimes.. The distinction between New Years Resolutions and fasting for lent; I hear many overlapping goals toward self improvement
But I have come to favor this definition of fasting most of all:
Isaiah 58: 6- 14. True Fasting:
..to loose the chains of injustice...
In Jesus name, -amen.
posted by SHE @ 9:18 AM
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