Lenten Step 18: Culturize Yourself!

February 23rd, 2008 |By Marvia Lawes in: Missioner Reflections | 2 Comments »

Panama handcrafted Mola 

I set out to ‘Culturize’ myself today.

Feeding the soul with cultural delights is one sure way to help me relax and at the same time do something beneficial that will aid in my personal and spiritual growth.

So I will ‘culturize’ or take in some cultural event, such as visiting the theatre.  The Lenten period is about rest and reflection that leads you to the discipline of self-control. The period is enhanced by moments taken to feed and rejuvinate the soul.

The Arts stimulate me in this way.

Come! Step away from the stresses of life for a while. Allow your senses to be reawakened by thoughts other than the same old routine and drudgery of work and cares.

If you are not a fan of the Arts and the theatre is not your thing, then just commit to using the time to do something personally refreshing.

I find that when the soul is refreshed, so too is your appreciation for the goodness of God toward you.

Enjoy,
Marvia

2 Responses to “Lenten Step 18: Culturize Yourself!”

  1. duane francis Says:
    February 28th, 2008 at 11:53 am

    Well said! The arts really stimulate. I agree that “when soul is refreshed, so too is your appreciation for the goodness of God toward you.” God’s goodness is in itself is an unmatched work of art. Plus too God is the MASTER ARTIST above all.

  2. Marvia Says:
    February 28th, 2008 at 12:33 pm

    Duane,
    I know that the artiste in you appreciate these sentiments. And I agree, to appreciate the Arts is to appreciate the Master of the gifts we have.

    Take care,
    Marvia

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