At some where along the journey of life we all have thought about greatness. Some of us may have dreamed of being a great athlete. Some of us dreamed of being great doctors or nurses. This week as part of the self reflection of lent, I have been considering the mistake the disciples made of arguing about who was the greatest (Mark 9:33-41).
I also have been thinking about how easy it has been to be sucked into the culture of consumerism in which products, possessions, and bling all are symbols of greatness or success.
I am making a list of frequent purchases, buying habits, and regular activities that reflect a desire for acquiring status above "the least of these." Take a few minutes and try to do this. How could you make any adjustments to your buying habits during lent as an intentional response to Jesus call to be servant of all.
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