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The Traditions of the Lenten Season
and Holy Week

Many Christians like to express their faith by observing some of the original traditions of Holy Week or, (as some have called it), Passion Week. Many others often just wonder what it all means. So, lets see… 

To a seeking believer, there is no arguing that this time of year is very important to the origins of our faith, as well as our continued faith in God. Many believe it is even more significant to us than Christmas, and it is certainly our cornerstone message when proclaiming the Gospel of Christ as the truth to a better way to live and to love in this world – and the world to come. 

Chesterton on Lent #4

“My name is Lazarus and I live.” -G.K. Chesterton (“The Convert”) Today’s Reflection After one moment when I bowed my head And the whole world turned over and came upright, And I came out where the old road shone white. I walked the ways and heard what all men said, Forests of tongues, like autumnContinue reading “Chesterton on Lent #4”

Chesterton on Lent #3

“The command of Christ is impossible, but it is not insane; it is rather sanity preached to a planet of lunatics.” -G.K. Chesterton  (Twelve Types) Beloved: Bear your share of hardship for the gospel with the strength that comes from God.  He saved us and called us to a holy life, not according to our worksContinue reading “Chesterton on Lent #3”

Chesterton on Lent #2

“The test of true religion is that [it is]… always trying to make men, not merely admit the truth, but see, smell, handle, hear, and devour the truth.” -G.K. Chesterton  (Alarms and Discursions) “Truth?” Asks Pilate, “what is truth?” Truth is only the most important thing in our lives, and dependence on truth means knowing truth.Continue reading “Chesterton on Lent #2”

Chesterton on Lent #1

“Bowing down one’s head in the dust is a very good thing, the humble beginning of all happiness. When we have bowed our heads in the dust for a little time, the happiness comes; and then (leaving our heads in the humble and reverent position) we kick up our heels behind in the air. ThatContinue reading “Chesterton on Lent #1”