Thoughts on the
Meaning of Lent

FAST from food
FEAST on the Bread of Life

FAST from senseless noise and clutter
FEAST on being silent with God

FAST from gossip
FEAST on words of gratitude, appreciation, and encouragement

FAST from selfishness
FEAST on selflessness

FAST from bitterness and confusion
FEAST on acceptance and understanding

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FAST from drinking, smoking and lethargy
FEAST on taking care of your body, the temple of the Holy Spirit

FAST from discouragement and despair
FEAST on hope and joy

FAST from thoughts that weaken and problems that overwhelm
FEAST on prayer that edifies and strengthens promises that inspire

FAST from complaining and asking "why me?"
FEAST on appreciation and asking "why not me?"

FAST from anger and frustration
FEAST on patience and peace

FAST from judgment and condemnation
FEAST on forgiveness and mercy

...and make this journey far deeper and richer than it ever has before!