Every one of us has things in our life that need to change: times when we are impatient, selfish, and inwardly focused. And yes, even those bad habits and unhealthy choices can affect our relationship with God and others; unhealthy lifestyle choices are not good
stewardship of our body, mind, or spirit.
While it is easy to turn in on ourselves or look outwardly toward others with judgment, the readings this month remind us that there is a better way, one that frees us to be the persons God created us to be. On the mountain as Jesus was transfigured, leaving the disciples in awe, God said, “This is my chosen Son; listen to him.” This Lent, let us listen to Jesus and learn from him.
