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Attend: A Lenten Devotional
“Grant me, O Lord my God, a mind to know you, a heart to seek you, wisdom to find you, conduct pleasing to you, faithful perseverance in waiting for you, and a hope of finally embracing you.”
-St. Thomas Aquinas
We live in an instant society.
The world is at our fingertips, and we expect immediate results in every area of life, including our life with Christ. And yet, some things simply cannot be rushed. Wood-smoked beef brisket. An apple orchard. The development of a child in their mother’s womb. A relationship defined by trust and vulnerability. In fact, some of the best things in life develop slowly and quietly, often out of sight and easily missed.
Lent is an annual invitation to slow down in order to catch up with God. To close our eyes so we can truly see. To quiet our hearts so we can truly hear. To simplify our schedules so we can truly serve.
Your growth into the likeness of Christ is a lifelong journey. It takes time, care, and daily attentiveness. It cannot be rushed or fast-tracked.
Throughout this guide, you will be encouraged to reflect daily on your life with God and take on simple practices that encourage attentive living. Some of these practices may, at first glance, seem negative or even discouraging, inviting you to say “no” to certain habits or ways of being. But don’t lose sight of their redemptive purpose. Remember, within each one is a seed of the kingdom. Give it time and watch it grow.
-St. Thomas Aquinas
We live in an instant society.
The world is at our fingertips, and we expect immediate results in every area of life, including our life with Christ. And yet, some things simply cannot be rushed. Wood-smoked beef brisket. An apple orchard. The development of a child in their mother’s womb. A relationship defined by trust and vulnerability. In fact, some of the best things in life develop slowly and quietly, often out of sight and easily missed.
Lent is an annual invitation to slow down in order to catch up with God. To close our eyes so we can truly see. To quiet our hearts so we can truly hear. To simplify our schedules so we can truly serve.
Your growth into the likeness of Christ is a lifelong journey. It takes time, care, and daily attentiveness. It cannot be rushed or fast-tracked.
Throughout this guide, you will be encouraged to reflect daily on your life with God and take on simple practices that encourage attentive living. Some of these practices may, at first glance, seem negative or even discouraging, inviting you to say “no” to certain habits or ways of being. But don’t lose sight of their redemptive purpose. Remember, within each one is a seed of the kingdom. Give it time and watch it grow.
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Published January 4, 2024
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March 31, 2024
I do enjoy the Dwell resources for the church seasons. The Dwell app provides the Bible verses for each of the days and then 'Attend' provides a short means of reflection, a prayer and a suggestion for a practice to embed what has been learnt.
It is a lovely gentle way of stepping through Lent and Easter Sunday.
BTW, the app also provides the 'Attend' resource which can be listened to instead of read (or both). I prefer the reading version for myself and hence, why I purchase this resource.
It is a lovely gentle way of stepping through Lent and Easter Sunday.
BTW, the app also provides the 'Attend' resource which can be listened to instead of read (or both). I prefer the reading version for myself and hence, why I purchase this resource.
March 31, 2024
A great resource to help your mind, heart, and soul set themselves on the gospel story and how the gospel affects your daily life. This Devo gets your attention and you will want to attend to it daily. It is so good!
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