Daily Lenten Devotions

Feb 18, 2026

Pastor Brock's Daily Devotions and Challenges for the Lenten Season

Be sure to follow Pastor Brock's inspirational Daily Devotions and Challenges for the Lenten Season - every day until Easter.

New Devotions will appear every morning beginning February 18th, 2026.

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Easter Sunday

Easter Sunday, April 5, 2026 “Our Choice” Can you believe it? It really happened!! Many unbelievable things have taken place throughout history. Scientists, archaeologists, and scholars continue to uncover evidence that confirms events once thought uncertain. At the same time, there are...

Lent Day 46

Holy Saturday, April 4. 2026 “30 Minutes Alone in Silence” On this final day of Lent 2026, our challenge is to spend at least 30 minutes alone in silence. No television. No streaming. No distractions. Just you and God, wherever you may be. The purpose of today’s challenge is to reflect on...

Lent Day 45

Good Friday, April 3, 2026 “24-Hour Fast” It’s back! The 24-hour fast returns! It’s fitting for Good Friday, the day we remember Jesus’ death on the cross. We call this day “Good Friday” because of what Jesus accomplished for us. But for Jesus, and for those who loved Him, this day was...

Lent Day 44

Maundy Thursday, April 2, 2026 “Focus on Humility” Today is Maundy Thursday, a day that recalls two important moments in the life of the Church. First, Maundy Thursday marks the Last Supper, when Jesus shared a final meal with His disciples. Since that moment, the Church continues to...

Lent Day 43

Wednesday, April 1, 2026 “Clean Your Beach, Street, or Park” No, this is not an April Fool’s joke. Today’s Lenten challenge is to clean up your outdoor environment, whatever that may be. For those of us who live in the tropics, the beach is a great place to start. Our community depends on...

Lent Day 42

Tuesday, March 31, 2026 “Pray Three Times for Five Minutes Each Prayer” It is probably fair to say that most of us do not pray as much as we could. Some people pray often. Others rarely pray at all. Most of us fall somewhere in between. Today’s challenge is to pray three times for five...

Lent Day 41

Monday, March 30, 2026 “Read John, Chapters 18 and 19” Today’s challenge for Lent is another simple one: read chapters 18 and 19 of John’s Gospel. The purpose of this challenge is clear. It is meant to help us remember and better understand God’s work. Holy Week, the week leading to Easter,...

Lent Day 40

Sunday, March 29, 2026 “When Dreams Go Sideways” Have all of your childhood dreams come true? No? Mine neither. Over the course of life, things change. We set goals, but how often do we actually reach them? Even when we do, the path that gets us there is rarely what we expected. Some of our...

Lent Day 39

Saturday, March 28, 2026 “Plant a Seed or Flower” Today’s Lenten challenge is a simple one, but it carries great meaning: plant a seed or a flower. If you have been following along this Lenten season with the Chapel, you know that our theme is “Dream Again.” This theme invites participation...

Lent Day 38

Friday, March 27, 2026 “24-Hour Fast” Wait! Don’t hang up! You can do this. Fasting from food for 24 hours is not as difficult as you might think. First, remember that part of that time will be spent sleeping. Second, if today does not work for you, choose another day and give it a try. The...

Lent Day 37

Thursday, March 26, 2026 “Complete A Procrastinated Task” We’ve made it! Well, almost. We are just ten days away from Easter. For some, that means the finish line is in sight, and a few long-avoided things are about to return. For others, it means final preparations are underway for Easter...

Lent Day 36

Wednesday, March 25, 2026 “Eliminate One Bad Habit for 24 Hours” It is hard to believe, but after today, we begin the ten-day countdown to Easter. Why not celebrate by taking on another challenge and eliminating one bad habit for 24 hours? As before, these daily Lenten challenges are meant...

Lent Day 35

Tuesday, March 24, 2026 “Handwrite and Send a Letter” When was the last time you received a handwritten letter? It always feels special because we recognize the time and care someone took to write it and send it. It is a simple act, but it carries a lot of meaning. Today is a great day to...

Lent Day 34

Monday, March 23, 2026 “Clean and Organize Today” Today’s Lenten challenge is aimed directly at those of us who need to clean out our closets. Yes, this can be taken metaphorically, but today the focus is very much on the literal. There is something that needs to be cleaned out. This week,...

Lent Day 33

Sunday, March 22, 2026 “Let Go” Am I holding on too tightly? That is a tough question to ask. The answer depends on what I am holding on to. If it is a bad habit, then yes, I am holding on too tightly. If it is work or responsibility, perhaps I am carrying more than I should. The season of...

Lent Day 32

Saturday, March 21, 2026 “Thank a Military Service Member” Today’s challenge is to thank someone who is serving or has served in the military. You may have someone in your own home, which makes this easy. Others of us will need to be more intentional and keep our eyes open. Many people are...

Lent Day 31

Friday, March 20, 2026 “Fruits or Vegetables with Each Snack and Meal” What’s for dinner tonight? We can wait on that for a few minutes. What about breakfast, lunch, or brunch? It is a little frustrating how often I ask myself those questions throughout the day. I think about food so much...

Lent Day 30

Thursday, March 19, 2026 “Invite Someone To Church” This week in Lent, our challenges are focused on how God multiplies our simple efforts. We are not part of God’s leftovers. We are God’s priority, and not only because we are special, but because God is gracious and loving. God took great...

Lent Day 29

Wednesday, March 18, 2026 “Make a Monetary Donation” In this fifth week of Lent, we are focusing on God’s great plans for our lives. Some of the simplest actions, like thanking someone or caring for the earth, can make a much bigger difference than we might think. God does not need much to...

Lent Day 28

Tuesday, March 17, 2026 “Be or Wear Green” Today is St. Patrick’s Day, an annual celebration of the life and ministry of St. Patrick, the patron saint of Ireland. The color green became associated with the day through the symbol of the shamrock and Ireland’s nickname, the “Emerald Isle.”...

Lent Day 27

Monday, March 16, 2026 “Thank A First Responder” Last Friday, a local resident sponsored three food trucks for the employees of the Town of Longboat Key. Many first responders, including the Fire Rescue and Police departments, were treated to a great meal outside. It felt like a giant...

Lent Day 26

Sunday, March 15, 2026 “No Comparison” God’s work cannot be compared to anything else. When we try to compare it to something we have already experienced, we may actually be limiting what God is doing. Thankfully, God takes care of many things that are far beyond our understanding. In...

Lent Day 25

Saturday, March 14, 2026 “Collect or Purchase Items for Charity” Today’s Lenten challenge should be simple: collect or purchase items for a charitable cause. Participants can choose to give to anyone or anything that has a need. Individuals, animals, organizations, and, of course, churches...

Lent Day 24

Friday, March 13, 2026 “No Alcohol, Soda, or Unhealthy Drinks” Okay, this is frustrating. Once again, we arrive at a Friday during Lent with another challenging rule about beverages. Last Friday was “Only Water.” The Friday before that was “No Caffeine.” Today, we are challenged to avoid...

Lent Day 23

Thursday, March 12, 2026 “Reconcile With Someone” The most difficult challenge of the Lenten Season has appeared once again. Today’s challenge is to reconcile with someone. This challenge comes up every year, but this time we are facing it a little earlier in the season. The reason is...

Lent Day 22

Wednesday, March 11, 2026 “Tell Someone You Love Them” When was the last time you told someone you love them? Was it a family member, a grandchild, a close friend, or even a neighbor? This week, we have been exploring ways to overcome the barriers that sometimes grow between us and others....

Lent Day 21

Tuesday, March 10, 2026 “Give to Someone in Need” Who needs something today? The answer is simple: Lots of people. Today’s Lenten challenge is to provide something that someone else needs. The purpose is twofold: First, to recognize how blessed we truly are; Second, to become more aware of...

Lent Day 20

Monday, March 9, 2026 “Forgive Yourself” As we begin a new week of Lent, let’s address something many of us quietly carry for far too long. Today’s Lenten challenge is to forgive yourself. All of us have moments in our past that linger. Decisions we wish we could undo. Words we wish we had...

Lent Day 19

Sunday, March 8, 2026 “Overcome Peer Pressure” Today’s Lenten challenge may feel a little unusual. It is not necessarily something we complete in a single moment today. Instead, it is something we begin to notice and work on throughout the coming week. The challenge is to overcome peer...

Lent Day 18

Saturday, March 7, 2026 “Go To Sleep Early” Finally, after a few challenging days during Lent, today’s challenge should feel like a welcome change. Go to sleep early. Who could argue with more sleep? Of course, “early” is a little subjective. For some people, 10:00 pm feels early on a...

Lent Day 17

Friday, March 6, 2026 “Water Only Beverage” Arrgh. The only thing worse than no caffeine might be not being able to compensate with sugary drinks. Today’s Lenten challenge is simple, but it may not feel easy. For the next twenty-four hours, water is your only beverage. You can eat whatever...

Lent Day 16

Thursday, March 5, 2026 “No TV, Internet, or Social Media” Today’s Lenten challenge may stretch us a bit. No television. No unnecessary internet. No social media for twenty-four hours. If your work or an urgent personal matter requires you to be online, that is understandable. Use what you...

Lent Day 15

Wednesday, March 4, 2026 “Complete a Random Act of Kindness” Today’s Lenten challenge is simple: Complete a random act of kindness. This one seems like an obvious fit for any time of year, yet it consistently becomes one of the most favorite devotions. Why do you think that is? Perhaps this...

Lent Day 14

Tuesday, March 3, 2026 “Read for One Hour” Today is National Read Across America Day, often called Dr. Seuss Day, in honor of his birthday in 1904. Does Dr. Seuss deserve his own day? Perhaps. His books have sold in the hundreds of millions and have inspired plays, musicals, films, and...

Lent Day 13

Monday, March 2, 2026 “Contact Someone Who Needs Help” Who do you know that needs help? I suspect you know someone! Most of us are willing to help when we are asked. Otherwise, we probably would not be taking the time to read a daily devotion. Today’s Lenten challenge is slightly different....

Lent Day 12

Sunday, March 1, 2026 “Dream Big” Do we have the right to dream big? Many of us quietly question whether it is appropriate to dream at all. Responsibilities stack up. Years pass. We tell ourselves that certain seasons are behind us. Today’s invitation is simple: Dream Big. It is...

Lent Day 11

Saturday, February 28, 2026 “Pay Attention to Dental Health” Our Lenten theme this year is Dream Again. The goal is to remind ourselves that we are still allowed to imagine, pursue goals, and reach for purpose. Dreaming invites us to look beyond our current reality toward something greater....

Lent Day 10

Friday, February 27, 2026 “No Caffeine” Today’s Lenten challenge is simple: No caffeine for twenty-four hours. If you are reading this with a warm cup of coffee in your hand, you may want to savor that last sip. Once you set it down, the clock begins. By this time tomorrow, you are free to...

Lent Day 9

Thursday, February 26, 2026 “Read a Fairy Tale” Today’s Lenten challenge may surprise you. Read a fairy tale. It happens to be National Tell a Fairy Tale Day, and considering our Lenten theme is Dream Again, this fits beautifully, especially if you are feeling stuck or discouraged. What is...

Lent Day 8

Wednesday, February 25, 2026 “Read the Bible for 15 Minutes” Today’s Lenten challenge is simple: Read the Bible for fifteen minutes. Any book counts. You can read three segments of five minutes each or sit down and read all at once. You may use a printed Bible or an online version. It also...

Lent Day 7

Tuesday, February 24, 2026 “Encourage Someone!” Can you encourage someone today? Unless you are living on a deserted island somewhere, you are going to cross paths with another human being each day. Whether you are surrounded by friends, strangers, coworkers, or a room full of knuckleheads,...

Lent Day 6

Monday, February 23, 2026 “Smile, No Matter What!” Yikes! The first Monday of Lent brings us to a familiar challenge: Smile, no matter what. For many people, Monday is not the easiest day of the week. Perhaps the weekend was full. Perhaps you stayed up too late. Perhaps work is calling your...

Lent Day 5

Sunday, February 22, 2026 “Commit When Weak” We arrive at the first Sunday in Lent. For many Christians, this feels like the true starting point of the season. Others began on Ash Wednesday and already have a few days behind them. Either way, we are stepping into the first full week of Lent...

Lent Day 4

Saturday, February 21, 2026 “15 Minutes of Exercise” Do you know anyone who does not need at least fifteen minutes of exercise today? The only candidates I can think of are Olympic athletes who have just finished their events. If anyone has earned a rest day, it is them. The rest of us...

Lent Day 3

Friday, February 20, 2026 “No Meat Today” Today’s 24-hour Lenten challenge is simple: No meat today. For many Christians, refraining from meat on Fridays during Lent is a long-standing tradition. Restaurants already anticipate it: Fish specials appear. Salad options expand. No one is...

Lent Day 2

Thursday, February 19, 2026 “Pray at Least Three Times Today” Our second day of Lent brings another simple task. Pray at least three times today. When you pray, where you pray, and how you pray are completely up to you. Each prayer can be as short as three words, such as “Thank you, God.”...

Lent Day 1

Ash Wednesday, February 18, 2026 “Get or Be Ashed!” What a thrilling way to begin the 2026 Lenten Season. Get or be ashed. That was my attempt at sarcasm. But honestly, Lent is not so bad. Somewhere along the way, we gave it a gloomy reputation, and that is unfortunate. These forty-plus...

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