Day 3 – Removing Obstacles - 9 Days of Spiritual Preparation for Lent

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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 3 – Removing Obstacles

Scripture: “Make straight the way of the Lord.” (John 1:23)

Reflection:
Before we move forward in Lent, it would be good to remove what is holding us back. What distractions, sins, or habits keep you from drawing closer to Christ?

Practical Step:

Take time today to identify what needs to go. Reflect on habits, distractions, or attachments that keep you from deeper prayer. Write them down in your journal, and ask for the grace to surrender them.
If possible, simplify your environment. Clear clutter from your prayer space, put away distractions, and create an atmosphere that helps you focus on God.

Closing Prayer:
Jesus, help me remove what keeps me from You. Give me the strength to let go and walk freely in Your grace.

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.