The Lenten Journey
FOCUS ON FASTING
You are not the only one. Everyone in Lent struggles with their Lenten Fast. Maybe you took something on to grow spiritually. On the other hand, maybe you gave something up in order to spend more time in God’s presence. Either way, it shouldn’t be easy. Six weeks of being uncomfortable. Lent is a great reminder of how easy and comfortable a majority of our lives are, especially when it means giving something up. Maybe you have already messed up and broken your fast on accident. Maybe you forgot that you gave up coffee at 5 am when you’re tired. Maybe you were extra busy one day and you forgot to spend time in prayer. No worries. Keep the faith and keep going! Keep the fast. It’s not supposed to be easy!
Many individuals struggle in their Lenten resolution. Here are 7 ways to keep the fast.
10 lent fasts
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Gossip
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Being Late
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Social Media
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Negative Eating Habits
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Ungratefulness
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TV
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Buying Wants
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Do: Say 3 kind things a day
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Do: Daily Mini Mission
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Do: 15 min in scripture
Ways to Grow
Get a daily devotional
Start/join a Bible Study
Practice daily prayer
Kids: Collect coins each day from spare change for 'small sacrifices' and donate to a local mission.
Rest
Serve
Read poetry
Disconnect form electronics
Stop purchases un-necessities
Ignation prayer
Ignation Prayer is a way of praying that examines oneself. One should set aside a min of 15 minutes to practice this prayer method.