I have started reading the Gospel of John for one of my Lenten practices. I have always loved the beginning of this text and the ways that Word is used so poetically. Here is what struck me ... "Everything came into being through the Word." and "grace and truth came into being through Jesus Christ [the Word]." This Word brings grace and truth into the world. It beacons the question to my heart What does my word bring into the world? Grace and truth? Today I am trying to speak the least amount of words necessary. I am examining whether they bring grace and truth into the world.
My spending is already an act toward the spiritual discipline simplicity. The practice of simplicity also challenges one to speak less and listen more and to use your words in life giving ways. Yesterday I took the day off and had a hard time with part one of the discipline practice of simplicity - not making unnecessary purchases like lunch. And now I am adding this word thing and limiting my speech will be as challenging as part one!
God, guide my thoughts and words that they may bring grace and truth into the world. May your Word of life giving power shape my Lenten days and give me direction when I feel led by my earthly desires - like lunch out. Amen.
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