Lent, the 40 days from Ash Wednesday to the Thursday or Saturday before Easter, begins Wednesday, Feb. 18. It is a season of preparation and a time to grow closer to God. Lent is built on three pillars: prayer, fasting and giving. Prayer centers on seeking God’s forgiveness. Giving, through charity and acts of kindness, reflects His grace and love. The idea of fasting is to give up something that’s a regular part of life. This can include eating dessert or scrolling through social media. The time spent doing these things can be replaced by more time spent connecting with God. As Lent begins, what will you give up, and how will you draw closer to our Heavenly Father? May our prayer, sacrifice and generosity prepare our hearts to rejoice in the hope and promise of Easter morning, when Jesus defeated sin and death. #faith #christian #ashwednesday #lent #mission #churches #chaplains #ministry #cedesports

Posted by Bryson Foster at 2026-02-18 17:27:34 UTC