Check out the video from Sunday’s conversation: stairs or escalator?
Most of us prefer things as quick and easy as possible, from turn-by-turn gps navigation, to gourmet microwave meals, to phones that can do everything but tie our shoes (don’t worry, they’re working on an app for that). Often, the only way we’ll choose the road less traveled is if we perceive it to be more fun. Many of us prefer our faith the same way. But what if there are elements of the faith of Jesus that simply aren’t easy?
Prior to beginning his ministry Jesus spent 40 days fasting in the wilderness of the desert. We read about this in Luke 4:1-13 on Sunday morning. It was time of preparation for what was ahead, as well as a time of testing. It was a difficult time. Traditionally, Christians have reflected on Jesus’ time in the desert during the season of Lent, the 40 days leading up to Easter. It is a season set aside for self-reflection, for asking hard questions and wrestling with ourselves and with God. It’s a time of repentance, a turning away from actions and attitudes which separate us from God and turning toward those things which draw us closer to Him.
Will you do the hard work of Lent? Will you follow Jesus into the desert?
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