Why should we observe Lent? This 40-day season of repentance and reflection that begins on Ash Wednesday has three important purposes. Lent helps us STOP, LOOK, and LISTEN.
We observe Lent because it tells us to STOP and rest a while – and to stop sinning.
Lent tells us to LOOK inward for honest self-examination, to look upward to see the cross of Jesus with healing and love, and to look forward to the hope of the Resurrection.
And we observe Lent because it tells us to LISTEN – to the voice of God, the words of Christ, and the movement of the Holy Spirit.
STOP, LOOK, and LISTEN! These commands that are so crucial for travel safety are also important for our journey through Lent.
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