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Lent is a time for personal reflection, a time to take a closer look at our lives, repent for our sins and look to see what we can do differently, in order to be men and women for others. Most people, myself included, typically give up something for Lent, whether it be a favorite food, a favorite electronic device or a favorite hobby. It seems that every year I hear people speak about what they are giving up for Lent; however it is also important to realize that we can choose to do something for Lent as well.
We can choose to perform acts of kindness during Lent, or simply search for a way to show our appreciation to God for everything we have. It often happens that we pray to God when we want a specific blessing in our lives and while it is important to pray for those things that are important to us, it is also important to thank God for everything He has already blessed us with in our lives. We often tend to overlook the power of a simple “thank you,” which is a sign of respect and shows our gratitude to those who have helped us.
God is more than deserving of a “thank you” because He gave His only son, Jesus, who died on the cross for our sins. This is truly the ultimate gift for which we should always be grateful. It is important to realize that by thanking God every day, if only for a minute, we are allowing ourselves to move past our needs and wants, in order to put Him above all else. If we step back and take a moment to appreciate the things that God has given us, we will be able to reach a certain level of happiness. It is when we are truly content with our blessings that we can be happy. This Lenten season, try to reflect on your own life and thank God for the gifts He has given you.
God is more than deserving of a “thank you” because He gave His only son, Jesus, who died on the cross for our sins. This is truly the ultimate gift for which we should always be grateful. It is important to realize that by thanking God every day, if only for a minute, we are allowing ourselves to move past our needs and wants, in order to put Him above all else. If we step back and take a moment to appreciate the things that God has given us, we will be able to reach a certain level of happiness. It is when we are truly content with our blessings that we can be happy. This Lenten season, try to reflect on your own life and thank God for the gifts He has given you.
- Kim E, Class of 2013
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