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A Discerning Heart Prepared: 9 Days of Spiritual Preparation for Lent
Opening Prayer (Pray each day before the daily reflection)
Heavenly Father, as I prepare to enter the holy season of Lent, I open my heart to You. Let this be a time of renewal, where I grow in love, sacrifice, and prayer. Help me remove distractions and embrace this season with purpose. Through the intercession of the Blessed Virgin Mary and all the saints, may my soul be ready to walk with Christ.
Amen.
Day 2 – Expectant Waiting
Scripture: “Blessed are those who hunger and thirst for righteousness.” (Matthew 5:6)
Reflection:
Lent is not just about what we give up; it is about what we take on for love of God. True transformation begins with expectation—a heart that longs to be filled by Him.
Today, take a moment to reflect: How do I want to grow this Lent? Where do I thirst for God’s grace in my life?
Practical Step:
- Start your first Lenten journal entry. Write down what you hope for this season—how you want to grow spiritually, where you need God’s grace, and the prayers you want to bring before Him. Think of this as a gentle warm-up, allowing journaling to become second nature by the time Lent begins.
- Ponder a simple daily prayer commitment. It could be reading a short passage of Scripture, praying the Rosary daily—alone or with family—or sitting in quiet with the Lord for five minutes each day. You don’t have to decide today, but begin discerning what might be best for you as Lent approaches.
Closing Prayer:
Lord, deepen my hunger for You. Awaken in me a longing that only You can satisfy.
Amen.
Take a moment now to sit in stillness. Let today’s prayer and reflection settle in your heart.
When Lent begins this Ash Wednesday, we’ll invite you to continue your journey with our series A Lenten Spiritual Journey with Discerning Hearts: From Ashes to Glory, exclusively on Discerning Hearts.
May this season be one of deep grace and renewal and a deeper encounter with Christ.
