Understanding the Meaning of Lent
Explore the rich spiritual significance of Lent through Scripture, reflection, and prayer to deepen your faith journey this season.
📖 Introduction
Welcome to this 5-day Bible study on the meaning of Lent. Lent is a profound season in the Christian calendar, a time for reflection, repentance, and preparation for the celebration of Easter. Originating from the word "lengthen," referring to the longer days of spring, Lent lasts 40 days (excluding Sundays), symbolizing Jesus' 40 days of fasting and temptation in the wilderness.
Lent invites believers to a spiritual journey of self-examination and renewal. It is a sacred opportunity to draw closer to God by practicing fasting, prayer, and acts of charity. Through these disciplines, we align our hearts with Christ's sacrifice and resurrection.
As we walk through this study, we'll explore Scripture passages that reveal the depth of Christ's sacrifice and the call to live a transformed life. Each day includes devotional thoughts, reflection questions to engage your heart and mind, journaling prompts to help process your experience, and prayers to guide your conversation with God.
Whether you are new to Lent or seeking to deepen your observance, this study aims to help you understand the season’s spiritual richness and how it can renew your faith and relationship with God. Let this time be a sacred pause—a dedicated moment to focus on the incredible love and grace Jesus demonstrated for us.