Many of us try to be more disciplined for Lent and give up something that
we really like. That’s great! Fasting has always been an important tradition
of Lent. This year however, let us also consider other things that we can
give up.
Give up Complaining - Focus on Gratitude
Philippians 2:14-15 – Do everything without complaining or arguing, so
that you may become blameless and pure...
1 Thessalonians 5:18 – Give thanks in all circumstances, for this is God’s
will for you in Jesus Christ.
Give up Bitterness - Turn to Forgiveness
Ephesians 4:31 – Get rid of all bitterness, rage and anger, brawling and
slander, along with every form of malice.
Ephesians 4:32 – Be kind and compassionate to one another forgiving each
other, just as in Christ God forgave you.
Give up Worry - Trust in God
Matthew 6:25 – “Therefore I tell you, do not worry about your life… who
by worrying can add a single hour to his life?”
Matthew 6:33 – But seek first His Kingdom and His righteousness, and all
these things will be given to you as well.
Give up Discouragement - Be Full of Hope
Deuteronomy 31:8 – The Lord himself goes before you and will be with you:
he will never leave you or forsake you. Do not be afraid; do not be discouraged.
Isaiah 40:31 – But those who hope in the Lord will renew their strength.
They will soar on wings like eagles; they will run and not grow weary,
they will walk and not be faint.
Give up Hatred - Return Good for Evil
1 John 2:9 – Anyone who claims to be in the light but hates his brother
is still in the darkness.
Luke 6:27 – “But I tell you who hear me; Love your enemies, do good to
those who hate you.”
Give up Anger - Be More Patient
Matthew 5:22 – But I tell you that anyone who is angry with his brother
will be subject to judgment.
Proverbs 15:18 – A hot tempered man stirs up dissension, but a patient
man calms a quarrel.
Give up Gossiping - Control Your Tongue
Psalm 34:13 – Keep your tongue from evil and your lips from speaking lies.
Proverbs 21:23 – He who guards his mouth and his tongue keeps himself
from calamity.
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