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Calling All Writers: Will You Join Me for LENT 2016?

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Every year, I pray, ā€œGod, what do you want me to lay hold of through Lent?ā€

Those of you who have read the Wonderstruck book and 7-Session DVD Bible Study know how giving up long-winded prayers for 40 days transformed my communication with God. Those of you who dared read the entire Bible with me in 40 days, know the transformative power of rediscovering the grand story of God.

As I prayed this year, I sensed the urge to zero in on Luke and Acts. Many scholars believe dynamic duo of New Testament books were written by the same author, possibly even as a single unified work.

Throughout the Gospel of Luke and the book of Acts, Godā€™s joy is displayed in the life of Christ, his followers, and the start-up of the church.

Both volumes begin by addressing a man by the name of Theophilius, but without an authorā€™s name in the text the writings remain anonymous. Scholars estimate these the book was written sometime between 70 C.E. and 90 C.E. and written to invite people to know Jesus as savior and discover the emergence of the magnificent church.

For me, I long to know, understand, and be transformed by and through both Jesus and the Church. Thatā€™s what I long to lay hold of through Lent this year.

Iā€™m inviting YOU to join me.

Lent begins February 10 and ends March 26 this year.

Would you consider joining me in reading Luke and Acts during the 40 days of Lent to rediscover Jesus and the Church anew?

To open your hearts and minds to what Jesus wants to reveal to you?

To ask God, What do I least want to read but most need to hear?

Because we need Jesus and we need each other.

Iā€™d love for you to join on this journey. Weā€™re providing a FREE 40-Day Lent Reading Guide here.

Or if you prefer, weā€™ve developed downloadable eBook called The 40-Day Live Lent Challenge: A Color Method Study for Luke and Acts for only $8.99. This 100-plus page booklet includes: a welcome letter, the reading plan, instructions on how to use the Color Bible Study Method, ideas on how to get the most from your study, creative artwork, and space to journal and doodle.

Simply read along and then post your reflections, insights, questions, oohs and ahhs and more on your blog, Twitter, Facebook, Pinterest, Instagram, or old-fashioned chalkboard with the hashtag #LENTCHALLENGE.

We want to shout out about your discoveries and interact with you!

So if youā€™re inā€¦go ahead and post your blog or social media handle as a comment below so we can find you as we lay hold of the fullness God has for us this Lent.

69 Comments

  1. Terri Fullerton
    Terri Fullerton on January 20, 2016 at 7:26 am

    Joining you, Margaret for #Lent16. Can you believe I have never finished Acts? I have read the first couple chapters then stop. I am sure you are wondering why. I have feared how the disciples die. Someone told me that I will love Acts because it’s about the work and power of the Holy Spirit. I imagine God will unearth some gems

  2. Elisa
    Elisa on January 20, 2016 at 10:35 am

    I cannot wait for Lent. I’ve been with you since reading the whole Bible for Lent. Changed. My. Life. I’m not terribly good at keeping up with my blog, but I keep trying. Here’s my link: https://monthlychanges.wordpress.com/

  3. Jill Barlow
    Jill Barlow on January 21, 2016 at 10:25 am

    I am in! I was going to read anyway, so this will add to my blogging for next month! My blog is at http://www.javawithjill.com I have also self published a book of my blog posts that is a 60 day devotional. I’m excited about joining other writers on this journey!

  4. Lindsay Bryant
    Lindsay Bryant on January 21, 2016 at 11:17 am

    I’m in. I can’t wait. I’m an occasional blogger ecclecticnurse.blogspot.com but I mostly post on fb

  6. Judi
    Judi on January 21, 2016 at 6:32 pm

    I can’t wait! It’s very close to what I was planning to do on my own, but now I get to be a part of a community!

  9. Amy
    Amy on January 21, 2016 at 7:39 pm

    I’m in…..occasional blogging at Aklpnbmc.wordpress.com. More on Facebook

  10. Lorretta Stembridge
    Lorretta Stembridge on January 21, 2016 at 7:48 pm

    I am looking forward to joining in again this year #Lent16 šŸ™‚

  12. Judi
    Judi on January 23, 2016 at 4:27 pm

    Blogged it face booked it. I caanot wait

  13. Judi
    Judi on January 23, 2016 at 4:28 pm

    GENUFLECTING MINISTRIES: Ya;ll? ‘m giving up my beloved books for Lent

  14. Dawn
    Dawn on January 24, 2016 at 6:51 pm

    Love the idea to blog together through the journey! I am excited to dig deep into God’s Word and be renewed by His grace,mercy and love.

    I blog at Journeys In Grace. http://www.journeysingrace.com

    Blessings!!
    Dawn

  15. Jenni Catron
    Jenni Catron on February 2, 2016 at 12:09 pm

    I’ll be joining again this year. Thank you for leading us to this Margaret.

  16. Margaret
    Margaret on February 16, 2016 at 2:19 pm

    Oh, Terri, you will love it! I am excited for you to finally get through it!

  17. Margaret
    Margaret on February 16, 2016 at 2:20 pm

    So excited to have you join me! I’m popping over to your blog now!

  18. Margaret
    Margaret on February 16, 2016 at 2:23 pm

    Wonderful! Be sure to check out everyone’s blog posts this Lenten season. I’m excited to see how we can encourage each other as well as share different perspectives and thoughts on the scripture readings each day. Off to check out your blog now!

  19. Margaret
    Margaret on February 16, 2016 at 2:28 pm

    Thanks for joining me! Blessings on your Lenten season!

  20. Margaret
    Margaret on February 22, 2016 at 4:13 pm

    Wahoo! Checking out your blog now! Thank you for joining in!

  21. Margaret Feinberg
    Margaret Feinberg on February 24, 2016 at 7:15 pm

    Most things are always better done in community. šŸ™‚ Thanks for linking up!

  22. Margaret
    Margaret on February 24, 2016 at 7:54 pm

    Thank you for linking up and joining us as we read through Luke & Acts!

  23. Margaret
    Margaret on February 24, 2016 at 7:55 pm

    I am so pleased you are back! Prayers for a blessed Lenten season!

  24. Margaret
    Margaret on February 24, 2016 at 7:55 pm

    Thanks for linking up! I’m off to check out your blog. Hugs!

  25. Margaret
    Margaret on February 24, 2016 at 8:57 pm

    So happy to have you back!

  26. Margaret
    Margaret on February 24, 2016 at 8:59 pm

    I’m off to check out your blog! Thanks for linking in!

  27. Margaret
    Margaret on February 24, 2016 at 9:07 pm

    Agreed, let’s journey together! Popping over to your blog now. Thanks for joining us!

  28. Margaret
    Margaret on March 21, 2016 at 4:07 pm

    Oh, my word! I pray that the Lord has met you during these 40 days. Giving up books is a big deal! Thanks for posting.
    p.s. I read your blog but couldn’t get my comment to post. šŸ™‚
    Hugs,
    Margaret

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