March, 2019 WWJWMTD by Steve, the son of John

March 2019

A character of the Month Series

Are you thinking what to give up for Lent? You can do the traditional method of fasting—no food or a particular food dish for 40 days. But, why not be more proactive! Here are some suggestions for what to go without for the next 40 days, or better yet, possibly to go without for 100 days, maybe until the end of this year, or even for the rest of your life.

1. Do not listen to newscasts. Let public opinion be not on your plate—keep negativism out of your life.

2. Refrain from Facebook! Do not allow gossip and sensationalism to have a place in your life.

3. Do not just give up a particular food but avoid all food that has sugar in it—this includes Starbucks coffee. Sugar has nothing good in it. Honey can be a healthier food additive for you to consume.

4. Turn off your TV and pick up a book instead. There are so many good character building books and stories that can inspire and encourage you. Why not read into a happier life.

5. Go out of your way each day to do a good deed to a stranger or family member. Plan for making sure you do good deeds every day for the next 40 days and I bet you will continue the giving habit for the rest of your life.

6. Make it a point to say, “I love you” to each and every family member each day! Do not let yourself go to sleep, no matter the effort to show love and express love even though you are tired or mad. You must be genuine in your words—mean what you say!

7. So not buy anything for yourself. If you purchase something, it has to be for others. Put your life on hold for others.

These are my suggestions. I am sure Jesus would be pleased if you did anyone or a combination of the suggestions. This is what He would want me to do.

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What would Jesus want me to do?

Dr. Steven J. Wentland www.wwjwmtd.com

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