First Sunday of Lent

February 29, 2004
Deuteronomy 30:4-10
Romans 10:8-13
Luke 4:1-13
   
Scripture
"You shall not put the Lord your God to the test."
Reflection
How often do I put the Lord my God to the test? When I was quiet with the question, I realized that I do this more than I thought, in little ways. I feel like I loose a little of my faith in the Lord when I am not granted a prayerful request in the way I expected. Many times I fight back asking 'why?', 'why me?', 'why now?'

"Faith in the heart leads to justification, confession on the lips to salvation" (Romans 10:10). I find that confessing my arrogance and pride at thinking I know what is best for me in any given moment increases my faith and inner peace. Thank you, Lord, for your acceptance and the ongoing chance of salvation. Help me to confess any wrongs I may have done to others with loving apology. I know I will find peace and joy when I am honest with myself, others and you, Lord.

Mantra
My salvation is in you, Lord.
by: Brenda B.
 
 
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