Lent 2018 Devotional Series

For each day of Lent starting on Ash Wednesday (Valentine's Day this year; rough news for any of you giving up chocolate!), I will be posting a devotional reading. I will be using a passage of scripture drawn from the Revised Common Lectionary daily readings for that day, followed by some thoughts for reflection. If you are already doing daily scripture reading from the lectionary, this can augment your existing practice. (I have found it an excellent way to get in the habit of daily scripture reading myself.)

Please share any thoughts, questions, or comments as you are working through the days. My hope is that we can all draw nearer to God during this season as we reflect on our savior's love and sacrifice.

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