Lent. It’s a small word that means big things. I didn’t know much about the act of it until recently. In fact, I don’t think I had ever heard of it until last year… besides the occasional Catholic Christian I would pass by wearing black ash on their forehead.
I never knew those ashes meant something was beginning…
And this season begins in returning. Confession, surrender, and a heightened awareness of ourselves as Jesus works in our midst. While some of us may fast something we’ve discovered distracts us from this holistic return to Him, some of us may choose to slow and reflect. What God truly wants is us.
Love. It’s a small word that means big things. And I’m feeling it’s highly complementary that Valentine’s Day steps in the day after Lent begins. I appreciate that.
I’m reading through this little book named “Holey, Wholly, Holy”, available here. And this friends is how I desire to be. And my prayer for you right now is that on this Valentine’s Day you return to Him in some way that you’ve never been near Him before.
God is love and this year, on this day, I’m thankful for Lent.
You do not desire a sacrifice, or I would offer one. You do not want a burnt offering.
The sacrifice you desire is a broken spirit.
You will not reject a broken and repentant heart, O God. Psalm 51:16-17 NLT
I read that book as well. It is full of beauty.
May we all learn the art of returning. For He is worthy. <3
I’m picturing you reading now from your post today Natasha… eyes in that book not seeing anything around you.
By His grace we can return. Such love. ~ Blessings out girl, Amy
Happy Valentine’s Day, Amy! Oh how I love Ps 51, but never connected it to this holiday. Now that you’ve shown me, it makes perfect sense. You’re not only sweet, you’re SMART.
Enjoy this special day!
LOVE,
Susan
Susan, you just complimented me and brought a silly smile to my face. Thank you dear sister! ~ Love out to you, Amy
Oh yes, the returning to Him is absolutely what He’s looking for. Reading Sarah Young’s 40 Days With Jesus: Celebrating His Presence and soaking in His holy presence.
Blessings and Happy Valentine’s Day,
Dawn
Dawn, Sarah’s book sounds so good too! I’ll look it up. I’m blessed to celebrate His love in the same Spirit with you beautiful woman. Thank you for sharing! ~ Love, Amy
Thank you Amy,
I love Psalm 51 — it’s has been a recent topic of study and interest to me. Oh, that our hearts would bring blessing, glory and honor to our King.
Much Love to you, Hester
Well said sister, well said. ~ Love out, Amy
Hi Amy,
Your line “It meant something was beginning” caught me tonight.
Jennifer Dougan
http://www.jenniferdougan.com
I’m thankful to know God used that line for you too Jennifer… I think God likes “beginnings”.
~ Love out girl, Amy