MaggieBelle

Beloved–

But to all who believed him and accepted him, he gave the right to become children of God. They are reborn—not with a physical birth resulting from human passion or plan, but a birth that comes from God. (from the book of John) 

Checking my “rights and duties” seems to me to be an arrogant statement, but if I don’t understand clearly what my “rights and duties” are I may fail to fulfill the purpose for which the Lord God has planned for me.  This time of reflection is becoming more joy than sorrow for me.  I’m praying that you too, are experiencing more joy than sorrow.  Praying for you MN&N!  

Luv Ya!

Beloved–

So the Lord God banished them from the Garden of Eden . . .And the Lord God made clothing from animal skins for Adam and his wife . . .  He himself is the sacrifice that atones for our sins—and not only our sins but the sins of all the world.  (from Genesis & 1 John)

Since the beginning of time it has taken innocent blood to redeem the life of a human being. Whether it’s clothing to protect his body or a Savior to save his soul.  The Lord God Almighty chose his MOST PRECIOUS POSSESSION, the innocent blood of his only beloved son to redeem mankind.   

Upon reflection I apologize for my cavalier attitude toward choosing a lenten theme.  I confess I have nothing worthy to offer.  I praise and thank the Lord God Almighty for His mercy and grace. I’m praying for you MN&N!

Luv Ya! 

Beloved–

But Jesus told him, “No! The Scriptures say, ‘People do not live by bread alone,  but by every word that comes from the mouth of God.  (from Matthew)

Hello my beloved.  How is your “spring cleaning” progressing?  I chose to fast from television viewing, giving me lots of extra time for prayer.  Made a list of old friends, and neighbors that I’ve neglected in prayer.  Please pray that I don’t get distracted by any shiny object that appears just at the edge of my line of vision. I am praying morning, noon and night that you are learning more about being a child of God.

Luv Ya!

Beloved–

Today is Ash Wednesday, the first day of Lent and it starts 46 days (40 days not counting Sundays) before Easter.  It falls on a different date each year because it is dependent on the date of Easter.  It can occur as early as February 4 or as late as March 10.

The purpose of Lent (recalling Jesus’ 40-day fast in the wilderness) is to be a season of fasting, self-denial, prayer, scripture reading, penitence, conversion, and simplicity. Lent, which comes from the Teutonic (Germanic) word for springtime, can be viewed as a spiritual spring cleaning: a time for taking spiritual inventory and then cleaning out those things which hinder our corporate and personal relationships with Jesus Christ and our service to him.

Scripture Reading:  When facing temptation in the desert, Jesus relied on Scripture to counter the wiles of the devil. It is a formidable weapon for us as well.

Pray that we can be diligent in our “spring cleaning process.”  I’m praying for you morning, noon and night for the next 46 days.

Luv Ya!