Day 9 – Stepping into Lent - 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 9 – Stepping into Lent

Scripture: “Even now, return to Me with your whole heart.” (Joel 2:12)

Reflection:
Today, Lent begins. With the mark of ashes, we acknowledge our need for God’s mercy and commit to this season of renewal.

Pause. Let these words echo in your heart: Return to Me with your whole heart.

Practical Step:

Attend Ash Wednesday Mass. Choose a time that allows you to fully enter into the liturgy.
Receive the ashes with intention. As the priest marks your forehead, make a silent prayer of commitment to walk closely with God this Lent.
Begin Lent with a moment of stillness. Stay after Mass for a few minutes and offer this season to the Lord.

Closing Prayer:
Lord, today I step into Lent with purpose. I offer You my sacrifices, my prayers, and my heart. May this season bear fruit in my soul.

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.