I guess in the back of my head, I knew it was late this year and kept telling myself I had more time to prepare. But alas, it is now right around the corner.
So, in a panic, I decided to Google "preparing for Lent" and I came across a theme that stopped me in my tracks:
Listening.
Paraphrasing my findings: Preparing for Lent means preparing to listen to what God wants to tell you during this blessed time.
I didn't realize it, but I've always viewed Lent as a one way street between me and God. Me giving stuff up to let Him know that I understand the sacrifice He made. Me doing good works to show Him that I am thankful. Me going to confession to tell Him that I am sorry.
But listening?
Who knew I was supposed to stop and listen?
I mean, I might actually learn what He wants that way!
God Bless.
6 comments:
Wow yes..."listening", something we can easily forget when we're "doing" so much. I've had a similar feeling from God as I've begun to prepare for Lent. I'm trying to listen well not only to God, but to other people as well. :)
May God bless you as you open your senses and heart to His voice.
Great post, Michael! Yes, I need to stop and listen more too!
Listening ... so difficult.
Thank you Michael for the reminder.
God bless you.
☺ (hugs)
Love this Michael. Lent is about him...the desert can teach us a lot, especially in the silence.
Andie
Listening, sometimes that is a little difficult, especially when I am the one that always wants to do the talking. Thank you for the reminder.
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