Fifth Sunday of Lent, March 22: John 11:25a, 26

Martha told Jesus “Yes, Lord. I have come to believe that you are the Christ, the Son of God…” Who in your life has helped you “come to believe”?  Pray with gratitude for them and then consider who you have helped. Pray for them as well.

Monday, of the Fifth week of Lent, March 23: John 8:1-11

As Jesus bends down to write in the sand, he does not accuse anyone but invites each person to recognize their own sin before condemning another. Where might Jesus be inviting you to receive forgiveness? What might you need to notice in your own heart so that you can “go and sin no more”?

Tuesday of the Fifth week of Lent, March 24: John 8:21-30

Would Jesus accuse you of belonging to this world? What do you need to surrender to God so that you can belong to Christ?

Solemnity of the Annunciation of the Lord, March 25: Luke 1:26-38

Gabriel told Mary she was “full of grace.” She has the gifts of the Holy Spirit that bring forth good fruits. What gifts of the Spirit do you need so that you can say “Behold…may it be done”?

Thursday of the Fifth Week of Lent, March 26: John 8:51-59

Jesus says, “Whoever keeps my word will never see death.” What do you think it means to keep Jesus’ word in your daily life?

Friday of the Fifth Week of Lent, March 27 John 10:31-42

We are drawing nearer to Jesus’ final week on Earth and the Jews are building their case against Jesus. Yet, there were many Jews among them that began to believe during this time. Ponder what draws you to your faith in Christ.

Saturday of the Fifth Week of Lent, March 28: John 11:45–56

The leaders fear losing their power and security, and their fear leads them to reject Jesus. What fears guide your heart? Where might God be inviting you to trust and move beyond fear?