Anybody getting ashes tomorrow?

teachandmom
Tue, 21 Feb 2012 19:34:11 +0000

It’s not just Catholics who receive ashes on Ash Wed, it’s just about all followers of Christ. Remember that followers of Christ were persecuted, and had to hide in the early days. It was unsafe to admit you were a follower. Christians in some areas of the Middle East and other parts of the world still must hide. Wear your ashes proudly…be glad you are in a society where you don’t have to fear for your life due to your religious beliefs…it isn’t that way everywhere even in the year 2012. Those who might snicker or criticize just don’t understand, or don’t have the intellect to do so. Are you really going to be embarrassed because of ignorant or insecure people? This season of Lent is all about remembering the sacrifice…if He wasn’t afraid to show who He really was, you don’t need to hide your real self either! Peace!