As Lent takes us further along the way in the footsteps of Jesus, we recall that he willingly laid down his life for us "as a ransom for many" (Mt 20: 28). It is in that spirit that we continue to live out our Lenten observances, motivated by his example and participating in his redemptive mission to all. We are prompted to fulfill what we have promised to do for these 40 days as we further understand the love Jesus has for all of us. He came among us to serve and give his life for us. So too do we put our lives at the service of others when convenient and inconvenient, when it means changing plans, giving an ear to someone who needs to "unload", giving advice to another, encouraging this one, challenging that one. Just being alert and sensitive to others in the course of an ordinary day, provides endless opportunities for "dying to self" and giving whatever we can as ransom payments. We're in good company. These are the Lenten observances that will bring us closer to Jesus.
Bro. Rene
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