Very truly I tell you, unless a kernel of wheat falls to the ground and dies, it remains only a single seed. But if it dies, it produces many seeds. John 12:24
Yesterday was Ash Wednesday. That is the day in the Christian liturgical calendar that marks the beginning of the Lenten season. Lent is the 40-day period leading up to the crucifixion, and ultimate resurrection of Jesus. We mark this period of preparation in humility- the reminder that we are dust, and that we will ultimately return to that dust.
The cycle of life is one that is marked by death. Dead plants and animals give nutrients back to the earth for new life to prosper. The cycle of life even happily lines up with the Christian calendar in the Northern Hemisphere of the world, because the period of Lent starts in the winter, but Easter marks the dawn of Spring- the symbol of new life.
Jesus said that unless a grain of wheat falls to the ground and dies, it remains only a single seed. Only in dying can it give abundant life. So, as we start this season of Lent, let’s remember that we can be a seed of life to others. Jesus gave the example of laying down his life for us.
Lent is a time we consider living our life for others.
Prayer: Lord, thank you for the example of sacrifice that Jesus gave, Amen
Reflections of a Counselor 