MRK 9:41

Each of us longs to find the will of God for our lives. Gregg Matte explains that to find this personal purpose, it is necessary to put into practice the first two essential principles of the will of God for everybody: relationship and growth. From there on, it is necessary to make an impact for His Kingdom, which may not be only earthly and immediate, but also permanent and timeless.       

The Lent Project is an initiative of Biola University's Center for Christianity, Culture and the Arts. Each daily devotion includes a portion of Scripture, a devotional, a prayer, a work of visual art or a video, a piece of music, and a poem plus brief commentaries on the artworks and artists. The Seven Last Words of Christ refers to the seven short phrases uttered by Jesus on the cross, as gathered from the four Christian gospels. This devotional project connects word, image, voice and song into daily meditations on these words.

This is the story of God's amazing grace, tender love, and precious promises given to me through my breast cancer diagnosis, treatment, and recovery. It was as if the Lord put a necklace of His grace, love, and truth around my neck. May He receive all the glory! I pray it will be a great encouragement to you.

This reading plan explores the literary character of the Gospels, their status in the Church, and their unity and variety.