What Lent can teach us about Philippians 2:12-13 (Fear & Trembling)

[Nick Moser]

Because of Christ's sacrifice, we are to take hold of what God offers, accept His grace and work toward becoming mature in Christ. The concept expressed is the synergy between human effort and divine grace in the process of salvation. It emphasizes that humans play an active role in seeking and working towards their salvation,yet it is ultimately God's grace and guidance that enable and empower individuals to fulfil His will. This understanding reflects the belief in a cooperative relationship between human agency and divine intervention in the journey towards spiritual growth and redemption. Abstaining from worldly pleasures is not merely about disciplining the body but also about purifying the mind, for the fullness of the fast will not only curb the wickedness that is our fleshly desires but also dispel erroneous thoughts that spring from within. A heart untainted by misconceptions undergoes a genuine and rational purification in preparation for the Paschal Feast, where the profound mysteries of our faith converge.

 

[Nick Moser]

WITH FEAR AND TREMBLING:

ON THE IMPERATIVE MARTYRDOM THROUGH OF VIGOROUS FASTING AND CEASELESSLY PRAYER!

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Because of Christ's sacrifice, we are to take hold of what God offers, accept His grace and work toward becoming mature in Christ. The concept expressed is the synergy between human effort and divine grace in the process of salvation. It emphasizes that humans play an active role in seeking and working towards their salvation,yet it is ultimately God's grace and guidance that enable and empower individuals to fulfil His will. This understanding reflects the belief in a cooperative relationship between human agency and divine intervention in the journey towards spiritual growth and redemption. Abstaining from worldly pleasures is not merely about disciplining the body but also about purifying the mind, for the fullness of the fast will not only curb the wickedness that is our fleshly desires but also dispel erroneous thoughts that spring from within. A heart untainted by misconceptions undergoes a genuine and rational purification in preparation for the Paschal Feast, where the profound mysteries of our faith converge.

Lent is unnecessary as it puts undue emphasis/focus on ritualized personal sacrifice, which devalues the sacrificial work of Christ.