March Mornings and Mercy
March gets its name from Mars, the Roman god of war, because it marked the beginning of the military campaign season. After winter made warfare impractical, March's warmer weather allowed armies to march again. The Romans also celebrated March 1 as New Year's Day until 153 BC, making it a
Father, February is ending, and I'm looking back at more struggles than successes. I didn't keep the pace I started in January. I've already broken Lenten commitments I made four days ago. I'm tired, it's still winter, and spring feels distant. I wanted this month to be better than it was.
February ends tomorrow, shortest month concluded. You began this month with whatever remained from January's failed resolutions, walked through Valentine's Day and its complications, observed Ash Wednesday and began Lent. Twenty-eight days (this year is a leap year, so 29) that contained w
My grace is sufficient for you - completely, abundantly, perfectly sufficient. Not just barely enough to scrape by, but more than adequate for whatever you're facing. My power works best in your weakness, so don't hide your limitations. Bring them to Me and watch what I do with them.