February 22
Mark 1:9–15
For
40 days, Satan temps Jesus in the wilderness. The scriptures tell us
Jesus was there with the wild animals and that the angels waited on
him. The image of animals with Jesus sends a clear message about our
connection to all God’s creation. God desires peace among God’s
creation and an end to violence and cruelty against nature. No matter
what our negative associations with “wilderness” are, we know
that God is there, God’s creation is connected. We do not journey
alone through Lent.
This
week, reflect on the moments when you’ve been in the
“wilderness” of life – a physical, emotional, or spiritual
wilderness. Think about who and what was with you at that time.
Recall how your connections with God, creation, and others came to
your aid. Carry these moments with you as you begin your Lenten
journey.
Seasons of the Spirit™ SeasonsFUSION Lent • Easter 2015 Copyright © Wood Lake Publishing Inc. 2014
