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| The Prodigal Son Rembrandt Harmenszoon van Rijn |
The season of Lent is a precious time, a gift that is offered to us each year. This is an opportunity for every one of us to 'come clean' with our own consciences and with God. The prophet Ezekiel tells us that God offers us a get out of jail card if we need it, but in return for his generosity, he asks that we turn away from all the sins we have committed (Ez 18:21).
Lent is a spiritual amnesty for sins that we may have hidden deep within our own consciences. Since no one can say with certainty whether there is such reason for seeking forgiveness except if an individual speaks for him or herself, no one has the right to accuse another person of having sinned, and the joyful news that the prophet shares today is the fact that even God does not bring judgement against us unless we choose to hide.
This is a season of grace, a time for forgiveness, an opportunity for each one of us to discover or to re-discover the merciful heart of our God. It takes courage to admit our failings, but it might help to know that if only we can dare to speak our truth, God is willing to forgive and to rejoice.
Have a great day.
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