This Ash Wednesday, discover that Lent isn't what you think it is
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Wednesday marks the beginning of Lent, a season kept by millions and millions of Christians around the world.
Scott Gunn is an Episcopal priest and serves as executive director of Forward Movement. He is author of four books, including "The Way of Love: A Practical Guide to Following Jesus." You can follow him on Twitter @scottagunn or read his blog at www.sevenwholedays.org.
As we dig into Lent, we discover that the foundation of the season is built on deep joy. Making amends is hard work, but the resulting reconciliation is an occasion for true gladness.
The Bible teaches us again and again that there’s always a second or third or hundredth chance to turn to God. And each time we turn to God, there is rejoicing in heaven. So if Lent helps us find our way to God again, there is gladness in our hearts and in heaven.
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