Lent Confirmation

This blog post was going to be a long piece about my Lenten journey but it simply comes down to this, reconfirming that I am Christian which literally translates to follower of Christ.

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When life feels increasingly hollow;

I make the sign of the cross and remember to follow.

He cleanses me without a single drop of soap;

I am born in a baptism of hope.

On Good Friday I venerate the cross with a mixture of joy and sorrow;

Then I lift my head and follow.

Each Lent I reflect on God's love everlasting;

Through prayer, alms giving, and fasting.

When Satan tempts me with a lie he thinks I will swallow;

I take Christ's hand and continue to follow.

When life sends me careening towards a wall of bricks;

I give thanks and reach for my crucifix.

When I follow the lessons He taught;

There is no need for an earthly court.

He took my pain along with every sin;

I pick up the cross and follow my King.

Chris Van Ingen | 18 April 2025

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