There is a serious ruggedness to the true cowboys and cowgirls of the west. The work is hard even today; I can only imagine what it must have been like years ago. We can learn something from watching these folks who make their living by the sweat of their brow. Hard work and discipline are key characteristics of the cowboy spirit.
Lent is a time for Christians to “Cowboy Up!” Complacency and apathy need to go. We can’t be soft. The murder of Christians in the Middle East should tell us that having faith in Jesus Christ may come at a price. Are we willing to stand and be counted among the faithful?
Make some serious sacrifices during these Days of Lent. Grow in your faith. Pray! Study! Act! Spiritual exercises will help you become a stronger follower of Christ. Celebrate Easter on April 5, 2015 knowing that you have grown closer to God.