Opening Our Lives: Devotional readings for Lent

Lent is a time to open our lives to God's transformative kingdom, through practical daily devotions and opening our eyes, ears, hearts, ways, actions, and pain to his compassion and peace.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 208 pages
Publication date: 20 November 2020
Publisher: BRF (The Bible Reading Fellowship)

Lent is a profound journey of surrender and awakening, rather than a mere act of giving up or taking up. It beckons us to embark on a radical transformation of our lives, opening ourselves up to the transformative kingdom of God. In his book, Opening Our Lives, Trystan Owain Hughes challenges us to embark on this transformative journey. Through practical daily devotions, he encourages us to cultivate a heightened awareness of God's presence, listen attentively to his call, embrace his boundless love, align our actions with his compassionate will, and surrender our pain to his peace.

This call to openness extends to every aspect of our lives, inviting us to relinquish our attachments and egoic desires, and embrace a deeper sense of humility and surrender. Lent becomes an opportunity to deepen our relationship with God, to cultivate compassion and empathy for others, and to align our actions with the values of justice and peace.

As we embark on this Lenten journey, let us remember that it is not about achieving perfection but about seeking growth and transformation. We may encounter challenges and struggles along the way, but through prayer, self-reflection, and community support, we can cultivate the strength and resilience to embrace the fullness of life that God offers us.

Weight: 236g
Dimension: 130 x 198 x 19 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9780857468826