Lent is a time for reflection. It's a time for challenging ourselves to reflect on how we are living out our lives as God's beloved children. How we are living out the call to be the hands and feet of our Savior to every person we meet. To check-in on our efforts to rejoice everyday in the grace that is freely given, our salvation that has been won. Sometimes people give something up for lent. Sometimes people try a new spiritual practice. The goal is to bring us closer to our Heavenly Father by getting rid of distractions or adding intentional time spent with Him. To nurture that relationship that can be so easily taken for granted. Are we engaged in this everyday? Probably not. Are there things that we put off, saying we'll do that tomorrow? Probably. I'll call to check in on that friend tomorrow. I'll set aside more time to pray tomorrow. I'll spend some quality time with the Word, God's love letters, tomorrow...
This song by Mandisa says it very simply, and very clearly. "Every day's a day to start over; so why am I waiting for tomorrow?" Next time you find yourself saying you'll do it tomorrow, ask yourself why. There are times where you will have very legit reasons. But there will be times when what you're throwing into the unknown abyss of tomorrow is something that would be a wonderful addition to today. Every day is a brand new day. Another opportunity to find joy in God's creation. To praise Him for the blessing of that day. To grow closer to Him. Those Newsies had it right- seize the day.
Thank you, Father, for each new day. You bless us beyond measure. We can't comprehend all that you have done, are doing, and will continue to do in our lives out of love. Move through us to seize today and live it out for your glory! We love you! Amen.
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