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The Lenten season is a time for self-reflection—a season to think beyond ourselves and toward Christ’s sacrifice on our behalf. We are also reminded of our never-ending anticipation of the coming of Christ. We look forward. We anticipate. We long for the coming of the Messiah.
And yet we live the routines of each day with the challenges we place upon ourselves coupled with the expectations of others, all while struggling with how much importance we should place on our earthly pursuits. After all, we live within a university community where thousands of students focus on their daily studies in expectation of successful careers and a lifetime of continuous learning. Many of us plan to leverage the intellect, resources and commitment to serving others for years to come. But as Christians, our ultimate hope does not rest in how we conquer the challenges that come and go with each 24 hour period, nor is our vision limited to the impact we can and should make during the years we walk this earth.
Matthew Henry summarizes well how Psalm 146 speaks to us: “If it is our delight to praise the Lord while we live, we shall certainly praise Him to all eternity. With this glorious prospect before us, how low do worldly pursuits seem!”
“Eternity” is a familiar concept for believers in Christ. From an early age, we were introduced to the promise of life beyond this earth—an eternal existence. But how often do we pause in attempt to grasp what this really means? For if we truly embrace the “glorious prospect before us,” as Henry suggests, our daily lives should assume a new meaning, one that is uncommon amongst those whose vision is limited to seven or eight decades.
May we never forget Christ’s sacrifice that provides the type of hope this world will never be able to offer, while we live earthly lives of purpose as a reflection of Christ’s love for us.
DAVID MEE
Associate Provost & Dean of Enrollment
And yet we live the routines of each day with the challenges we place upon ourselves coupled with the expectations of others, all while struggling with how much importance we should place on our earthly pursuits. After all, we live within a university community where thousands of students focus on their daily studies in expectation of successful careers and a lifetime of continuous learning. Many of us plan to leverage the intellect, resources and commitment to serving others for years to come. But as Christians, our ultimate hope does not rest in how we conquer the challenges that come and go with each 24 hour period, nor is our vision limited to the impact we can and should make during the years we walk this earth.
Matthew Henry summarizes well how Psalm 146 speaks to us: “If it is our delight to praise the Lord while we live, we shall certainly praise Him to all eternity. With this glorious prospect before us, how low do worldly pursuits seem!”
“Eternity” is a familiar concept for believers in Christ. From an early age, we were introduced to the promise of life beyond this earth—an eternal existence. But how often do we pause in attempt to grasp what this really means? For if we truly embrace the “glorious prospect before us,” as Henry suggests, our daily lives should assume a new meaning, one that is uncommon amongst those whose vision is limited to seven or eight decades.
May we never forget Christ’s sacrifice that provides the type of hope this world will never be able to offer, while we live earthly lives of purpose as a reflection of Christ’s love for us.
DAVID MEE
Associate Provost & Dean of Enrollment
About this Plan
Through an intentional partnership between the Office of University Ministries and the College of Theology & Christian Ministry, this Lenten devotional guide has been created for our community. Our prayer is that the words found here will nourish and challenge you as you journey with Jesus to the cross during this Lenten season.
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