Lent is an ancient liturgical season meant for reflection and repentance. In the 40 days leading up to Easter, Lent invites us to follow Jesus to the cross. Click HERE for an in-depth explanation of Lent.
We have put together an Audio Lent Guide with reflective Scripture readings and prayer. Use it on your commute, while you’re making coffee, or at the gym. It’s a helpful way to connect with God and bring your whole life to him in prayer.
Week 1. The Temptation of the Christ
Day 1, Wednesday: Mark 1:9-20
Day 2, Thursday: Luke 4:1-13
Day 3, Friday: Luke 22:31-34; 40-46
Day 4, Saturday: Hebrews 4:1-12
Week 2. God’s Holiness and Human Sin
Day 5, Monday: Isaiah 6:1-8
Day 6, Tuesday: Daniel 9:3-10; 16-19
Day 7, Wednesday: Matthew 6:1-24
Day 8, Thursday: Jeremiah 2:13; 3:11-17
Day 9, Friday: James 3:1-12
Day 10, Saturday: Psalm 51:1-19
Week 3. Sorrow, Suffering, and Shame
Day 11, Monday: Psalm 126:1-6
Day 12, Tuesday: 2 Corinthians 4:5-12
Day 13, Wednesday: Psalm 88:1-18
Day 14, Thursday: Job 3:1-26
Day 15, Friday: Romans 8:18-25
Day 16, Saturday: Isaiah 54:1-8
Week 4. The Gospel of the Kingdom
Day 17, Monday: Matthew 4:12-17; 23-25
Day 18, Tuesday: Matthew 18:1-9
Day 19, Wednesday: Matthew 13:44-58
Day 20, Thursday: Luke 15:11-32
Day 21, Friday: Matthew 13:24-30; 36-43
Day 22, Saturday: John 10:1-18
Week 5. Justice and Mercy
Day 23, Monday:Luke 4:14-21
Day 24, Tuesday: Isaiah 58:1-14
Day 25, Wednesday: James 1:27-2:17
Day 26, Thursday: Matthew 23:1-12; 23-24
Day 27, Friday: Luke 10:25-37
Day 28, Saturday: Amos 5:4-24
Week 6. The Way of the Cross
Day 29, Monday: Matthew 5:1-17
Day 30, Tuesday: Galatians 5:13-26
Day 31, Wednesday: Psalm 15:1-5
Day 32, Thursday: Colossians 3:1-14
Day 33, Friday: John 15:1-17
Day 34, Saturday: Philippians 2:1-13
Week 7. The Passion of the Christ
Day 35, Monday: John 12:1-11
Day 36, Tuesday: John 12:20-36
Day 37, Wednesday: John 13:21-32
Day 38, Thursday: John 13:1-17; 31-38
Day 39, Friday: John 18:1-19:30
Day 40, Saturday: John 19:31-38
What words, phrases, or images caught your attention in this passage?
What emotions were brought out in you as you read this passage?
What is God inviting you to know, feel, believe, or do in this passage?
Think back through the past 24 hours. How have you failed to love God or your neighbor? Think about the words you said or should have said, the things you did or didn’t do, the thoughts of your mind and the longings of your heart, and bring them to God in prayer.
Take a moment and think through any negative emotions you experienced in the past day. Were there times when you were angry, sad, frustrated, bored, lonely, or scared? Bring those moments to God in prayer. If there is anything that needs to be grieved or lamented do that at this time.
As you reflect on the past day, let your mind go to any moments of joy, wonder, thankfulness, happiness, provision, or contentment. Spend a moment thanking God for his goodness and celebrating his grace. Praise him for all that he is and all that he has done.
Now, think ahead to the next 24 hours. What are your hopes? What are your fears? What are your needs? Ask your Father for help and depend on him to give you all that you need.