We want to add a critical and discerning Christian voice to the feminist dialogue that has been picking up speed since the early '70s. Yet, her books contain numerous instances of inappropriate cursing. It is her use of inappropriate language that bothers me. It does not make her any less of a person, but it does weaken her witness. My brothers, this should not be.
Words portray a picture of our basic human nature.
When a heart is truly purified through the works of the Holy Spirit, a person is blessed with self-control to speak words that are pleasing to God. However, Lamott sings praises to the Lord's name and then lessens his praise by disobeying his word. Her style is practical and easy to relate to, but she needs to be careful not to portray an invalid image of God. Lamott was victorious over her destructive past, but she needs to stay grounded in and strive to live out the words in the Bible. Lenten season not observed Friday is the culmination of the season of Lent, it takes more than one day to prepare for the intensity that Good Friday symbolizes.