This morning we are taking our car in for yet another recall - something about it might possibly burst into flames - not ignoring this one. The car is a 2017 so three recalls in five years not so bad? I say even one recall is one to many - however - better that they learned about the issue(s) - willing to pay for it - only cost to us - some time at the dealer. Only Jesus was - is - perfect - everything else flawed. That is the number one reason for Lent - admitting our flaws - identifying them - dealing with them. We just have to admit - we are a flawed people - God never intended any of us to be perfect. Oh - He does expect us to come close - with His help - flaws built into our DNR - a reminder that we need to actively participate in our search for Holiness - not automatically guaranteed.
Jesus - even though He was perfect - had to struggle with many issues that we struggle with - making friends - building community - building trust - coping with negativity from others. Even though Jesus was perfect - did not live a perfect life. In Lent we follow Jesus as a model - strength - humility - focusing on His goal. His goal - proclaiming the Gospel - leading people to His Father - our goal - draw closer to God - become a holy person. Perfection never a goal for anyone - accepting that we are flawed - need God's help. No matter how often God calls us - issues a recall - we accept our flaws - take it in stride - continue on the path laid before us. In God we do trust - Jesus we trust in You - for all the days of our life.
Deacon Dale
