Lent

Perhaps no verse is as widely known as John 3:16, and for good reason! This one verse encapsulates the heart of the Gospel, “God so loved the world that He gave His only Son…” What seems like such a simple statement holds more depth and wonder than we could ever express. With every step Jesus took on earth He was staking His claim on human hearts even as He marched ever closer to Calvary.  

How do we respond to this Love? Lent is a time for us to slow down and answer that question and during this 6-week series, we will do just that. There is more for us, but we must make room to receive it—will you create space to more fully embrace God’s love? Will you step away from the things of this life and step into your identity as Beloved? 

Did you answer that email? Get that assignment done? Don’t forget that appointment! There are chores to be done, places to go, work to complete, and a finish line that seems ever moving. The busyness in our lives and monologue in our minds can be
relentless. Is life supposed to feel anxious, rushed, and overwhelming?

Lent is a time of reflection as we approach Easter. During this six-week series we will take time to slow down and see the things we are called to throw off so that we may fully embrace the things of Jesus. Creating space to grow our faith can seem impossible amidst schedules threatening to collapse on us, but this countercultural rhythm of rest is what leads us to abundant life. There is more for us, but we must make room to receive it—will you create space to more fully embrace God’s love?

The journey of discipleship is the life of a follower of Jesus. Of course, it’s not an easy one, but you are promised a steady guide, hope along every step, and lasting impact no matter your story. Everyone is invited to be part of the journey - will you embark on its path to awaken to full life?

One thing we’ve learned to expect in this life is hardship. And yet it still takes us by surprise because we know it’s not how things should be. When Jesus entered the world as a baby in a manger, his light broke through the darkness. But the Gospel of Luke reminds us that even He would endure difficulties, and as we walk through the season of Lent, we can take heart in knowing He has gone before us through it too.

Journey through the 40 days of Lent by looking at what beliefs unite all followers of Jesus and form a core identity through a study of the Apostle’s Creed.