Mark 1:9-14 Many a February on the first Sunday in Lent, I have found myself speaking of ‘wilderness.’ And while there have certainly been other seasons which deepened my understanding of ‘untamed places’ and ‘wild beasts which threaten,’ I can think of no other season quite like this where the experience of ‘wilderness’ has been …
Tag: Lent 1B
More Than Enough in Wilderness Times
Mark 1:9-15 On my day off this week I installed a new toilet paper holder. Now you should know I’m not the handiest person around. While I can accomplish some simple household tasks, it always takes an extra measure of effort and concentration. I was prompted to do this only because my old toilet paper …
Uncharted Territory
Mark 1:9-15 I have to say that the story of Jesus’ temptation in the wilderness could not have come at a better time for me for I have found myself in ‘uncharted territory’ these days. The call came at a little after 6 am last Thursday morning. My 81 year old mother who has always …