Jesus reminds us today that as we set out on the journey of Lent, we must strive above all to take up our crosses and follow him (Lk 9:23). This is a great source of comfort for us, for we are not expected to make this journey on our own. In fact, we have Jesus' assurance that he will be our guide.
With the words of the prophet Joel still ringing in our ears, we seek to come back to the Lord (Joel 2:12), but the journey back home can be treacherous (deceptive, untrustworthy or unreliable) especially if we think that we can rely on our own efforts to make our way.
Let us set out, confident in the fact that Jesus meets us right where we are, and that he will always be at our side, guiding our steps along the right path. This path will not always be easy, but it will be worth the effort, for the reward is the promise of everlasting life.
Have a great day.
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