In my Christian life, Doubt is my nearly constant companion. Christianity is just not one of those things that comes easy to me. I enjoy it. I find… Read more “The Uncertainty of Lent”
Tag: Lent
The Suffering of Lent
In our culture, Christianity is a happy religion. Turn on any Christian radio station and listen to the songs that play. Nearly all of them are upbeat,… Read more “The Suffering of Lent”
The Repentance of Lent
“Repent, for the Kingdom of God is at Hand!” I’m sure you’ve seen that on a church sign somewhere. Perhaps someone has yelled it at you while… Read more “The Repentance of Lent”
The Challenge of Lent
People like habits. We like our routines. Once we figure out how to handle a situation, we tend to prefer not to have to figure out brand… Read more “The Challenge of Lent”
Remember, O Man, That Dust Thou Art
If you attend an Ash Wednesday service today (and I highly recommend that you do), chances are pretty good that the priest or minister who applies your… Read more “Remember, O Man, That Dust Thou Art”
Don’t Jump To The End Too Quickly
Today is the start of the season of Lent. Lent lasts 46 days (40 days + Sundays). The tradition of Lent is that for that 40 day period, Christians… Read more “Don’t Jump To The End Too Quickly”
