Lent: The Way It’s Supposed To Be

Posted by toddbouldin on March 13, 2011 · 1 Comment 

“To grow, you must be willing to let your present and future be totally unlike your past. Your history is not your destiny.” –Alan Cohen “Lent is supposed to be a time when we review our spiritual life, think again about what it means to be a follower of Christ, reset the compass of our … Continue reading →

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Friday Reflections for Lent from Jesus Freak: Come and See

Posted by toddbouldin on March 12, 2010 · Leave a Comment 

In my second installment in the Friday Lent series, I cite a portion of the chapter “Come and See” from Jesus Freak by Sara Miles. As she reflects on Jesus, she also gets at the essence of Scripture, and the core message of the Kingdom of God. Enjoy. “Somebody told me a story. And it … Continue reading →

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Lent Fridays: Jesus Freak and The Table for All

Posted by toddbouldin on March 4, 2010 · Leave a Comment 

I just finished one of the best books that I’ve read in a decade, and possibly one of the most powerful books I’ve read on what it means to be a follower of Jesus in my lifetime. Not since I read Max Lucado’s God Came Near as a student at Abilene Christian University have I … Continue reading →

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Welcoming Lent

Posted by toddbouldin on February 19, 2010 · Leave a Comment 

Most of us have rather negative feelings about Lent because it, especially this year, comes around at unexpected times when we are not ready for its presence. Though it seems early this year, I always feel that about Lent. I’ve just gotten over the holidays, back at the busy routines, and longing for a time … Continue reading →

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