Category: Lent
Episodes
April 3, 2026
Jesus' Death, Burial, and Resurrection
As we arrive at the thirteenth and fourteenth Stations of the Cross, we are reminded of how much Jesus Christ endured to accomplish our salvation. Then, if we linger at the tomb a while longer, we see the power of the gospel in Christ’s glorious resurrection and celebrate his Easter victory over death.
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The Stations of the Cross: Following Jesus to Golgotha
March 27, 2026
Jesus on the Cross
Witness the eleventh and twelfth Stations of the Cross, one of the shortest prayers in the Bible, and learn what these stations show about the mercy and belonging that God has for us today.
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The Stations of the Cross: Following Jesus to Golgotha
March 20, 2026
The Daughters of Jerusalem and Jesus' Crucifixion
Jesus spoke a harrowing warning to the women he saw weeping for him along the road. Then, nailed to a cross, bearing the full weight of human sin, he spoke again. Let's reflect on his words and what they mean for us today.
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The Stations of the Cross: Following Jesus to Golgotha
March 13, 2026
Carrying Jesus' Cross on the Road to Golgotha
As we reflect on Jesus' movement toward Golgotha and ultimately his death, let’s consider the symbolism of the wooden cross placed on Jesus' shoulders, the significance of Simon of Cyrene taking up some of the burden of carrying it, what it means to bear the cross with Jesus in our lives, and how it helps us understand what to expect in a life of discipleship.
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The Stations of the Cross: Following Jesus to Golgotha
March 6, 2026
Jesus: Judged, Beaten, and Crowned with Thorns
Let's reflect on how these Stations of the Cross highlight Jesus’ innocence and the magnitude of his sacrifice, and what they mean for us as his disciples today.
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The Stations of the Cross: Following Jesus to Golgotha
February 27, 2026
Jesus: Condemned by Religious Leaders and Denied by Peter
Reflect on the accounts of Jesus before the Sanhedrin and Peter in the courtyard, and consider the profound meaning of Jesus' experience, while discovering grace and comfort for our own fears and failures.
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The Stations of the Cross: Following Jesus to Golgotha
February 20, 2026
In the Garden of Gethsemane: Jesus Prays, Judas Betrays, and Jesus is Arrested
As we study the accounts of the first two Stations of the Cross, we reflect on Jesus’ humanity, what it cost him to embark on this journey on our behalf, and what it teaches us about our faith as we follow Jesus.
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The Stations of the Cross: Following Jesus to Golgotha
April 11, 2025
Holy Week: The Week of Jesus' Death
As we journey through Holy Week together, we create space for God’s Word to nurture our faith and deepen our gratitude for God’s great love and Jesus’ profound sacrifice.
April 4, 2025
What Jesus Taught in His Final Days
Learn what it means to be humble and watchful servants waiting for the day when Jesus will return.
March 28, 2025
Jesus Predicts His Death
When we study and reflect on Jesus’ words to the disciples as he turns to face the cross, we find an invitation to follow him in faith, sacrifice, and hope.
April 15, 2022
Crucified and Raised to Life with Christ
Salvation by faith is a gift, but it’s not just something that happens to us. We participate in both Christ’s death and resurrection.
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The Cross of Jesus
April 8, 2022
The Crucifixion of Jesus Christ
The story of Jesus’ crucifixion is so important to the message of salvation that we find an account of it in each of the four gospels. Let's study this beautiful tapestry of perspectives to remember the significance of what Jesus accomplished on the cross.
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The Cross of Jesus
Blog Posts
February 20, 2026
The Stations of the Cross: Following Jesus to Golgotha
Discover how the traditional Stations of the Cross can guide us in valuable Lenten reflection on the meaning and significance of Jesus’...
March 28, 2025
Journey to the Cross with Jesus
Deepen your faith in this season of Lent and prepare your heart to celebrate Easter by reflecting on Jesus’ teachings and the...
February 1, 2018
A Short Version of the Long History of Lent
Traditions of Lent have evolved over time. Yet, in spite of a turbulent church history, the essence of Lent remains largely unchanged...