As we draw closer to Easter, God keeps showing us why Lent is so important. Last week, we discovered the possibility of resurrection. This week, we find ourselves eating with Jesus at the Last Supper. These are the tenets of our faith, found in the last days of His life. If you missed the previous week’s Lessons of Lent, check them out below; Week 1; Why is Lent so important? Week 2; Preparation Week 3: Give, Pray, Fast […]
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As we continue to discover why Lent is so important, let’s follow Jesus into Jerusalem. It is a familiar story with palm leaves waving and shouts of “Hosanna!” But today, Jesus will show us just how significant the details really are. And all things are possible with God! If you want to catch up, here are the links from the last 4 weeks; Week 1; Why is Lent so important? Week 2; Preparation Week 3: Give, Pray, Fast […]
We are well on our way to discovering why Lent is so important. As we enter into Week 4, we begin drawing closer to Jesus. Getting to know Him means living life with Him. And, the closer we get, the more transformed we are. Today, we begin to realize all Jesus did between here and the cross. Reflect and prepare, as you read through these next few chapters of Matthew. See what Jesus sees and experience the […]
Have you ever thought of Lent as a lesson in preparation? Just like Advent readies us for Christmas, Lent prepares us for Easter. Understanding the importance of Lent prepares us for the gift of life and death through Jesus. Today, let’s look at the three things Jesus calls us to do, especially during Lent. Last week, we studied Jesus’ time in the wilderness from a new perspective. Sometimes God leads us to uncomfortable places, so we can go out […]
How fitting that today, February 14th, not only marks Valentine’s day, but also the first day of Lent. On the very day that people show all sorts of acts of love to one another, we would embark on our own journey toward the greatest act of love ever given. Lent is a season of preparation for Jesus’s death. It is also a time to press in on the person of Jesus. As we reflect on this […]
Have you ever been scared to do something? When I sold my business to write a book, I was scared to death. Fear must be a common struggle for people because it is mentioned in the Bible more than 500 times. We see angels saying, “Fear not,” and even Jesus says to his closest disciples, “do not be afraid.” Maybe there is something sacred in being scared. The other day, I was reading one of Richard Rohr’s […]