This is my third year to be a part of a church that recognizes the Lenten season, but I believe it’s actually the first time I’m partaking in it. And I feel kind of weird saying that because Jesus told us that when we fast, we are supposed to do so quietly (Matthew 6:16-18). Lent is very much a fast from some indulgence in life so I feel weird for even talking about it, but it’s here. It’s really just 40 days to set your heart on what is right - not that what you put away was wrong - but we all need that time to refocus and Lent offers a great opportunity to focus on the Cross and not our own circumstances.
I’m trying to find some enjoyment in Lent this season, but it there aren’t too many things I can think of besides it being closer to Maundy Thursday - one of my favorite services of the year. I think about what I’m letting go of during this season and I’m pretty much going into Lent kicking and screaming. It’s the wrong attitude, I know. I hope the Lord and I can work out some deal (HA!) for my attitude adjustment. I should be as cheerful as I am when Advent rolls around, but I’m not.
Well at least there is one thing that will be great about Lent and that is that some lovely parishioners at the cathedral I attend put together a booklet for Lent. I’m excited about getting into this because I feel like this was really just what I needed. I used to have a subscription to TableTalk, but don’t anymore. I notice it missing in my life a lot, but never am like “I need to renew my subscription!” So maybe during this Lenten season as I work through this booklet, I can see how truly essential TableTalk is for me in guiding me with my walk with Christ.
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