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Give Up Doubt This Lent - A Life-Changing Ash Wednesday Decision
As Ash Wednesday approaches, many people begin asking the same question - what should I give up for Lent? Some choose sweets, others give up social media or bad habits, but what if the most powerful thing you could give up isn’t physical at all? What if this Lent, you gave up doubt?
The First Sin Started with Doubt
When we reflect on the book of Genesis, something important stands out. The first sin didn’t begin with an action - it began with doubt. The serpent didn’t force Eve to do anything. Instead, he planted a thought, making her question God’s truth and her own worth. That single moment of doubt opened the door to everything that followed. And today, that same pattern continues in our lives.
The Battle We Face Every Day
We are constantly surrounded by distractions, negativity, and messages that make us question ourselves, our purpose, and even God. Doubt shows up quietly - making you feel like you’re not enough, like God isn’t present, or like faith doesn’t really matter. But what many don’t realize is how powerful these small thoughts can become over time.
35,000 Decisions That Shape Your Life
The average person makes around 35,000 decisions every single day. That’s 35,000 opportunities to move closer to God or drift further away. Every choice - no matter how small - either strengthens your faith or weakens it. You are constantly becoming stronger and more disciplined, or more distracted and distant.
Replace Doubt with Trust
This is why giving up doubt this Lent can be life-changing. Instead of letting those thoughts take root, you begin to recognize them and replace them with trust in God. Trust in His plan. Trust in your purpose. Trust that He is present, even when you don’t feel it. That simple shift changes how you think, how you act, and ultimately how you live.
A Different Kind of Sacrifice
Lent is not just about giving something up - it’s about becoming someone new. It’s about growing stronger in faith, more disciplined in your choices, and more aware of the direction your life is heading. Giving up doubt isn’t easy, but it’s one of the most meaningful sacrifices you can make.
You don’t need to wait for perfection. You don’t need to have everything figured out. You just need to start. This Lent, choose to be intentional with your thoughts and your decisions. Choose to move toward God, one choice at a time. Because the life you want, the peace you’re searching for, and the faith you’re hoping to build all begin with one decision:
Choose trust over doubt.
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