14 Mark 1:12-15 Be reconciled to God. Ask God for the forgiveness he offers in Christ. Then forgive others. 21 Matthew 9:2-10 God has given us His only Son. What does it mean for you to follow him? 28 Exodus 20:1-17 As you read God’s commands, repent and ask His forgiveness where you need to. 15 Leviticus 19:1-2,11-18 Our God is just, filled with mercy and compassion. Demonstrate that to someone today. 22 Luke 6:36-38 How can we show mercy and forgiveness to our enemies? To our loved ones? 29 Luke 4:24-30 Think of those you ignore or neglect. How might you extend grace and acceptance to them today? 16 Matthew 6:7-13 What significance might there be that Jesus instructed us to say “Our father” and not “My father”? 23 Matthew 20:17-28 Lent is a time to serve and bless others. How might you serve and bless someone today? 1 Psalm 25:4-9 “Remember me dear God, as I seek to make your path my path.” 10 Daniel 9:3 What do you need to plead to God for today? What do you think God wants you to plead to Him for? 17 Jonah 3:1-10 Even the powerful need to learn to humble themselves before God. How can you humble yourself today? 24 Matthew 23:1-12 When we humble ourselves to serve others, we become models of Jesus’ service to us. 2 Matthew 5:17-19 Jesus fulfilled the law. He suffered and died in our place. How might we express gratitude to Him today? 11 Matthew 6:1-6,16-18 What might God want to teach you from today’s scripture? 18 Matthew 7:7-12 Prayer is at the heart of our human journey. What do you need to pray to God about today? 25 Jeremiah 17:5-10 Blessings will come to those who trust in the Lord. Praise God for the blessings He has given you. 3 Jeremiah 7:23-28 Hear the word of the Lord. Walk in his ways. Let Him guide your steps. 12 Isaiah 58:1-9 Lent is a time of sacrifice and fasting to bless others. How might you bless others today? 19 Matthew 5:20-26 Open your heart to reconciliation, seeking ways to heal old wounds. Who might you need to speak to today? 26 Matthew 21:33-43 Bear fruit by spreading the Word of God. Be bountiful in speaking of Him. 4 Matthew 12:28-34 How can you express love to your neighbour and God today? 13 Luke 5:27-32 What would change in our lives if we chose to follow the teachings of Jesus in all we do? 20 Matthew 5:43-48 Jesus couples perfection with loving others. Why do you think that is? How might that change your life? 27 Psalm 103:1-12 God showers us with underserved gifts. Can we return the same? 5 Hosea 6:1-6 God loves us beyond measure. He seeks our love in return. Can we do that? How? SUNDAY MONDAY TUESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY SATURDAY Lent Reading Calendar 2016 WEDNESDAY February