So, once again, it's Lenten season. I just realized I haven't posted a blog since last year. I guess that's just what happens when life takes over. I've been trying to give a lot of thought lately to what sacrifice I can make this year and the only thing that comes to mind (besides coffee) is time. Time is what I try to hoard more than anything. Last year's coffee sacrifice went swimmingly, but I think I'll keep it this year in exchange for a new idea; a new commitment.
Something I heard in mass tonight really stuck with me. Father Miller was talking about how we, so often, use this time as a time for us. For self-improvement and other things that we can be proud of. And, how this really isn't the purpose. We are reminded all the time that Jesus walks with us through our lives. He is beside us in good times and bad. What we fail to consider is: although He walks with us, when was the last time that we walked with Him? He spent 40 days in the wilderness fasting and self-examining. When was the last time I spent time examining my life with Him? Reflecting on deeper truths? Truth be told, it's been awhile.
So, my new commitment this season is to spend time daily in true self reflection. I don't plan on it being very pretty. I'm sure I have some things that He may call me to task on. I'm kind of a willful child, to be honest. Some of what I reflect on, I hope to share here. I don't know if I'll have the nerve to put it all out here or keep some to myself. But this is my commitment for the season.
For now, I'm going to make a cup of coffee.
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