Rejoice. Lent is not meant to crush the spirit but to free the heart. Even in sacrifice, we discover that we are still God’s beloved children. Joy is remembering who we are.

God’s mercy is not hesitant. It seeks us first. Shame tells us to hide. Mercy invites us forward. This Lent, we are called not only to receive forgiveness but to extend it. Grace restores dignity.

On the mountain, the disciples glimpse Christ’s glory. But they must still walk back into ordinary life. Trust grows not when everything is clear, but when we continue walking with God even when it is not.

Fear loses power when surrendered.