Any of you given something up for Lent this year but found yourself in a pickle, faced with a difficult decision whether or not to break the commitment? I did. In my effort to better appreciate Christ's sacrifice for my sins I decided to participate in Lent for the first time. So off the cuff I thought giving up beer would be a good sacrifice for me. I usually only drink once or twice a week with my family or friends on the weekend so I thought giving up barley pop for 40 days would be a challenge but not too terrible. 34 days into Lent, I lost control and broke my commitment on my birthday during the Denver St. Patrick's Day Parade. The weather was perfect, my family and best friends were with me and the food was free with every beer! I was hungry, I was happy and I was weak! Needless to say, by noon I was feeling no pain and my guilt had worn off because I got to thinking. No matter how hard I try to be perfect it's not going to happen, that's why Jesus died in the first place and why we celebrate Easter. Thank God I'm saved by Grace because if it were up to me, I'd fall short every time! Besides, my birthday comes only once a year and not very often on the day of my favorite parade. ( I know it's an excuse, but at least I was spreading peace and joy!)
So, if you've fallen down get back up because the sun will shine again!
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