Say the word “test” immediately I think of the hours of
preparation that I went through for my primary school spelling tests. I suppose
to quote the Oxford Dictionary the tests did measure the quality, performance
and reliability of my spelling before putting into practice in complete
sentences.
“Jesus is tested in the wilderness” (NIV Luke 4 : 1-13heading). His quality, performance and reliability
passed the questioning of the devil. He was ready for use.
What testing do we have now? Whether I can survive six weeks
without chocolate, coffee or wine? Tea, now we are getting serious, that is a
staple. Can I for forty days, with a rest on Sundays do an extra act of
service, prayer or worship?
Whatever I choose to give or take up this Lent as my
self-imposed test I hope the sole purpose will be to spend forty-six days
strengthening my relationship with God so that I might be better prepared for
God’s service during the rest of the year.
How to use this book
Daily follow the worship, read the Bible passage and then
the meditation. Pray, tell God how you felt about the reading and share the
concerns of your life with him.
Maybe you will continue the habit after Lent and into
Easter.
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