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Embracing the Discipline of Lent: A Journey of Faith and Reflection

As we begin the season of Lent, we reflect on Jesus' 40 days in the wilderness and the importance of fasting. This time invites us to consider what we can give up or take on to deepen our relationship with God. Engaging in self-discipline can lead to personal transformation and a closer connection to the divine. We explore traditions like Shrove Tuesday and Ash Wednesday, enhancing our spiritual journey. Let us commit to this transformative practice with prayer and reflection, seeking growth and change.

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Embracing the Discipline of Lent: A Journey of Faith and Reflection

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  1. “Then Jesus was led by the Spirit into the wilderness to be tempted by the devil. After fasting forty days and forty nights, he was hungry.” Matthew 2:1-2 Daily Reflections

  2. Prayer Dear Lord As we start this season of Lent we pray that you may give us the discipline to do what we have set out to. That through it we may become closer to You and know You more and be changed through it forever more. Amen Daily Reflections

  3. Reflections Activities Each day pick from the options below during your Tutor Time. • Challenge: • Traditionally in the season of Lent we give something up in lightof Jesus fasting for 40 days and 40 nights. The idea’s behind fasting is to be disciplined in doing something that brings you closer to God and change you as an individual. • This Lent what are you going to give up or take that will positively change you • and/or bring you closer to God? What’s it all about? This week we have ‘Shrove Tuesday’ (Pancake day) but what has it got to do with Easter? Then there’s the lesser known Ash Wednesday where Christians traditionally ‘ash’ themselves in a special service. Which seems a bit strange so why do it? See what you can find out about these two days. Have a look at website below to get going. http://request.org.uk/festivals/lent/2013/07/04/ash-wednesday/ Prayer Dear Lord As we start this season of Lent we pray that you may give us the discipline to do what we have set out to. That through it we may become closer to You and know You more and be changed through it forever more. Amen • Song • (Feel free to sing along or just listen and reflect .) • “Sometimes you can’t make it on your own” • http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_DQ7TsX4vcQ • What do you think? • The practice of fasting has been one used by many faiths for many centuries. Traditionally it involves praying and abstaining from food. In your opinion is it sill a relevant practice today? • Discuss you answers in small groups or as a form.

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