sacrificing.

I was thinking about Lenten sacrifices I talked about last night with friends.

I was reminded about something from way back in my CCD days, where I was told that the sacrifices are meant to assist in remembering Jesus' ultimate sacrifice. Not to punish, or to make us crabby, or to break us down, but to actually have an acute awareness of what Jesus did for each one of us!

I admire the intent to honor that during the Lenten season, especially as we approach Easter. I think that we can also achieve that same connection by working on exactly what PT talked about for the past month... our personal "junk," addictions, and character flaws that do not honor God.

Maybe make a commitment to NOT beating yourself up for the next few weeks. To talk nicely to yourself. To concentrate on not being nasty to someone in your life you don't like, but absolutely have to get along with!

To get the exercise your body needs.

To nourish your spirit by reading the Bible each day.

I read Hebrews 13 this morning, and before even opening the book, I prayed for some strength in my spirit and soul because I have been weak physically and emotionally this week.

To put it mildly, I got an earful!!!

I thought it might help my "Grace" friends, and anyone who is struggling with junk, like me.

And I would just like to share it with those I love.