Lent

Yesterday was Ash Wednesday. Through most of my years as a Christian, I thought of Ash Wednesday as a Catholic thing. I didn't understand the purpose of the ashes on peoples' foreheads. In my heart, I thought of Lent as just another meaningless ritual. However, in the past several years, Lent has become a season in my life that gives me time to reflect on all that Christ did for us leading up to the cross and while on the cross. As our pastor put ashes on our foreheads last night and said, "From dust you came and from dust you shall return", it made me realize once again the brevity of life. What can I do differently in the next forty days leading up to Easter to learn more of God. Yes, I have given up chocolate, much like many others during this period of time. What else? Then God planned a thought in my mind during the service last night. I have spent a lot of time, precious time, on Facebook this past year. I play scrabble with my cousin, which I enjoy, even though I continue to lose:) I like to eavesdrop on other facebookers as they post their "what's happening" posts. Wouldn't it be better for me to seek the FACE of God and spend more time in His BOOK? That really isn't a question, just a simple observation. There are no thoughts in my head that are not brought to mind on my own. They are all a result of God's sovereignty. So, so long facebook for this lenten season. "Oh Lord, You're Beautiful" by Keith Green, will be my lenten theme for the next forty days.


Oh Lord, you're beautiful,
Your face is all I seek,
For when your eyes are on this child,
Your grace abounds to me.

Oh Lord, you're beautiful,
Your face is all I seek,
For when your eyes are on this child,
Your grace abounds to me.

I want to take your word and shine it all around.
But first help me to just, live it Lord.
And when I'm doing well, help me to never seek a crown.
For my reward is giving glory to you.

Oh Lord, please light the fire,
That once burned bright and clear.
Replace the lamp of my first love,
That burns with Holy fear.

I want to take your word and shine it all around.
But first help me to just, live it Lord.
And when I'm doing well, help me to never seek a crown.
For my reward is giving glory to you.

Oh Lord, you're beautiful,
Your face is all I seek,
For when your eyes are on this child,
Your grace abounds to me.
Oh Lord, you're beautiful,
Your face is all I seek,
For when your eyes are on this child,
Your grace abounds to me.