Once a year, a revolution takes place. No, it is not the revolution of the planets nor is it the uprising reported all over the world. It is the kind of revolution that doesn’t require guns or physical pain. It is the kind of revolution that takes place within us.

Webster defines revolution as “causing or relating to a great or complete change”. It comes from the Latin word revolutio, meaning “a turn around”. They say change is inevitable. It is an integral part of life and how we deal with it defines the kind of person we are. More pointedly, it alters our whole being, our relationships, and our life in general.

Bishop James Johnson Jr. has this view on the revolution of faith. He says, “While we don’t often think in these terms, Christianity is about revolution: the overthrow of one kingdom by another. Jesus of Nazareth, the Son of God, came to overthrow the prince of this world, save what was lost, and return it to his Father. This revolution’s decisive moment came with the Paschal Mystery: the death and resurrection and ascension of Jesus Christ. However, the revolution continues to specifically affect (or not) the life of every person. We are each intimately involved in how the revolution plays out in our own lives and, to some extent, in the lives of others.”

Each year, during Lent, we are reminded of why this revolution takes place. It all boils down to one word: LOVE. God’s love proffered for us a lifeline, His very own saving grace. And it is through His own Son that we are given the opportunity to Repent, Receive, and Restore our lives.

Repent for we are all sinners but we must remember that God hates sin and not the sinners. Thus, we are all given equal opportunity to Receive His grace if only we choose to acknowledge our weaknesses.

Restoration requires the grace which may only come from God. The perfect example of this is found in the parable of the Prodigal Son. Despite what the son did, his father lovingly welcomed him home.

Lent, which is quadragesima in Latin, means 40 days. It represents the 40 days Jesus spent in the wilderness in preparation for His ministry.

This Lenten season, let us take some time to reflect on the year that has passed, prepare our hearts to receive God’s grace, and allow Him to restore our lives. Regardless of our religious affiliations, one fact holds true: God loves us and this is the only thing we need to know in order for us to find our way home.

Reference: http://dioscg.org/