Lent is somber for a reason – it leads us to the cross of Calvary where the innocent Lamb of God shed His blood for our wrongdoings. All the practices, traditions, and symbols of Lent have meaning and are rooted in the greater sacrifice of our Lord.
These are deep topics for kids to understand, so consider Lent a time to introduce them to these concepts. Depending on their ages, it may be as simple as beginning to help them understand what sin is or as complex as teaching the theology behind many of the observations during Lent.
Over the past few centuries, scholars have argued about the benefits of Lent. Do we do it? Do we not? Should I even celebrate Lent if I am not Catholic? To answer this question, we need to dive into a little bit of context.
We’ve compiled some Lent Bible verses to prepare your hearts for the reflection and celebration that often accompanies these 40 days. As we anticipate Christ’s return, we celebrate what he has accomplished.
To me, is what Lent is all about: Being surprised by joy. Sacrificing our selves as we focus on greater intimacy and unity with Christ. Finding our truest joy in Jesus alone. This is my prayer for this season.
When you long for clarity, breakthrough, or deeper fellowship with God, fasting may be His invitation. Here are five reasons to fast and five practical steps to help you begin with purpose and reverence.
Want to help your kids connect with Lent in a meaningful way? We’ve got simple, fun ideas to bring the season to life—plus a FREE Lent Guide for Kids to make reflection, repentance, and the joy of Easter easy to explore together!
Discover a grace-filled approach to Lent for married couples, focusing on releasing unhealthy habits and embracing nurturing practices to strengthen your marriage. This season offers a powerful opportunity to dedicate more time to Jesus and intentionally focus on your spouse.
Ash Wednesday marks the beginning of Lent, a 46-day period of fasting and self-denial before Easter Sunday. If you participate in Ash Wednesday here are 5 prayers to guide you.
Each year, Ash Wednesday marks the beginning of Lent. Often called the Day of Ashes, Ash Wednesday starts Lent by focusing the Christian’s heart on repentance and prayer, usually through personal and communal confession. Here's what you need to know about this significant holiday.
Lent is a 40-day journey (not counting Sundays) of six weeks, designed to help us focus on walking spiritually with Jesus on his way to the cross so we’ll be prepared to celebrate his resurrection on Easter. Reading Scripture from the Bible during Lent helps us pay close attention to the journey Jesus took as our Savior, as well as to the journey that Jesus is calling us to take in our lives to grow spiritually. Every Bible passage that relates to Lent can help us connect more closely with Jesus as we reflect on what he did for us, why it matters, and how it can empower us today.God promises in Jeremiah 29:13: “You will seek me and find me when you seek me with all your heart.” Following a Scripture reading plan for Lent can help us seek God wholeheartedly and discover new aspects of who he is that inspire us and motivate us to grow closer to him. So, let’s look forward to what we can learn from reading his Word throughout Lent! Here’s a Scripture reading plan for all six weeks of Lent.Photo Credit: SWN Design
What if fasting this Lent actually transformed your habits, not just your diet? These 10 soul-deep shifts can clear out what is draining you and make space for freedom, peace, and a closer walk with God.
Lent is more than giving something up; it is your chance to rebuild your prayer life from the ground up. Discover 7 powerful shifts that can take your conversations with God from routine to life-changing.
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