Working on a sermon about temptation really puts a different twist on the purchases I thought I "needed" to make on my errands today. A couple of years ago a dear friend gave up unnecessary spending during Lent, like lunches out for instance. This kept going through my mind as I fought the temptation to go out for lunch rather than heading home where plenty of options grace my cupboards. For the next 37 days I will take up fasting from unnecessary spending. I will purchase gas and groceries on a limited cash (no debit card) budget. This practice will keep me mindful of all the things I think I need that I really don't and remind me of all the ways I have been truly blessed - well that is the goal! What can you do without these next 37 days? A little fasting and simplicity will clear the way for more mindfulness and holy connection.
I am writing this as I partake of my gluten free pasta, garlic and broccoli made by my hands in my kitchen - Heather = 1, Temptation = 0! Did i say 37 days?
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