A Special Project for Lent
By Sharon Hinck2 min read
Selecting a small kindness to do was the easy part. Keeping it a secret was a struggle.
Lent
Lent prepares us for Easter by asking us to do the very thing Jesus did for us–sacrifice something of ourselves.
Giving Up Self-Criticism for Lent
By julia-attaway2 min read
A daughter struggling with serious self-image issues grapples with giving up criticism for Lent.
Adding in a Little Goodness This Lent
By Diana Aydin2 min read
Lent doesn’t have to be only about sacrifice. It can be about giving as well.
Someone Cares: Cross Fit
By Karen Jason2 min read
A woman in her nineties finds fulfillment in crocheting small crosses, snowmen and flowers for one and all.
What Is Shrove Tuesday?
By Rick Hamlin2 min read
Some background information on Shrove Tuesday, the day before Lent begins.
The Blessings in a Résumé of Failures
By Diana Aydin2 min read
Guideposts blogger Diana Aydin is inspired by a Princeton professor’s “resume of failures.”
Lenten Prayer Tips: Almost Easter
Sing God’s praises by writing down five things you’re thankful for every day.
3 Ways to Celebrate Palm Sunday
By Rick Hamlin3 min read
Guideposts blogger Rick Hamlin offers 3 ways to celebrate the ambivalence but spiritual richness of Palm Sunday.
8 Inspirational Easter Eggs
By Sabra Ciancanelli1 min read
Discover the beautiful and ancient art of pysanky.
Easter (And Lent) on a Different Calendar
By Diana Aydin2 min read
Guideposts blogger Diana Aydin explains the Eastern Orthodox calendar for Lent and Easter.
7 Lenten Prayers to Strengthen Your Faith
By Brett Leveridge1 min read
We offer these prayers to inspire you along what Guideposts executive editor Rick Hamlin has described as “your own Lenten journey of prayer through the wilderness of this world, leading to the glorious message of new life.” May they deepen your connection to Him in this holy season.
5 Ways to Get More Out of Church
By Rick Hamlin3 min read
Guideposts blogger Rick Hamlin suggests a new practice to get more out of church and nurture faith during Lent.