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February 09, 2005
"God can use those who are not filled with themselves."
I heard these words from a speaker on the Promise Keepers radio highlight this morning on KTIS (you can listen online if you're interested): "God can use those who are not filled with themselves."
I thought this a fitting statement for today, Ash Wednesday, the first day of Lent (in most traditions). It is a time for us to reflect on Christ, his Passion, the Scripture and our lives. It is a time for reflection on our relationships with others. It is a time to make sure we are not filled with ourselves so that we can serve God and serve others.
Pastor Mark Roberts has a nice post on Ash Wednesday and how it is celebrated at his church. Much like Pastor Roberts, I did not know about Ash Wednesday until my thirties.
Dulcius ex asperis has a nice post on Ash Wednesday as well. (HT: Pastor Tod Bolsinger)
Pastor Tod Bolsinger posted on Fat Tuesday and will begin a series on Lent today.
The Anchoress has been collecting other posts on Lent and has been posting her own thoughts.
Take some time to make sure you're not filled with yourself this Lenten Season. I know I will. I hope I am not. If so, may God deal with me.
Posted by Mark at February 9, 2005 08:31 AM
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Mark at Stones Cry Out has collected some other interesting links on Ash Wednesday and Lent.
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I admire and respect your genuine humility, Mark! I hope this Lenten season helps you grow in your faith and in the depths of your surrender to Christ. Blessings.
Posted by: Mark at February 10, 2005 12:36 AM
Thanks!
Posted by: Mark Sides at February 10, 2005 09:03 AM