Lent Day #27

This week's reflections focus on worry and trying to stop worrying as we put our trust in God. Jn 9:1-41; Jn 3:14-21; Lk 15:1-3, 11-32.

My Mother has this great gift of "not worrying." I'm not sure how she does it, but 99 percent of the time, she is on the money! I, on the other hand, have always been called the "what if girl." I try solving everyone's problems--even before they happen. This is something that I have been trying very hard to conquer this Lent. And, honestly, I think I have a solid start.

Why should I worry about petty little things when Jesus put his worries aside and let his Father's plan play out. He was crucified to save us. He put his faith and trust in God knowing God would take care of Him. And He did.

Pilate, a high ranking official, was also in peril as he worried about putting Jesus to death. He was afraid. Yet, he too, should have just put his faith in the Father and trusted in what was about to unfold.

We are rounding second and heading toward home this Lenten Season. Let us toss all worries aside, and dedicate the rest of the Lenten Season to God and what he has in store for us (whether it is what we want or not, just accept his gifts and direction).