Lent

A couple of years ago Amanda and I were challenged to give up something for Lent. It is not a way to earn God's love but it is the spiritual discipline of sacrifice. The first year we gave up Tim Horton's (I had totally forgotten that Lent corresponds with that other holy season of Roll Up the Rim time). Last year I gave up Facebook. This year we have decided to give up meat and junk food. While I enjoy junk food, I really, really like meat. At this point I am only hours into Lent and I already miss it. However, I do not regret the decision. It has always been meaningful to give up something that I like in order to get closer to God. I would encourage you to consider giving up something for Lent.