I share a lot on social media, but it wouldn’t feel right not to share something that could help someone grow closer to God. My family and I have committed to a 40-day fast — the entire household, even the one away at college.
I’m inviting anyone who wants to grow spiritually, practice discipline, and reflect on Christ to consider joining us. With that in mind, I’m sharing what I shared with my family.
Family,
As we move into Lent, I want us to do something intentional together — not just as individuals, but as a family. Lent is a season of reflection, discipline, and drawing closer to God, and I think this is a great opportunity for us to reset spiritually.
Here’s what I’m asking of all of us:
1. Each of us gives up something for Lent
This can be something personal and meaningful — food, habits, distractions, social media, drinking, complaining, etc. The goal isn’t punishment, but creating space for God.
2. Daily Bible reading — same reading, on our own time
Every day, we’ll all read the same Bible passage, but on our own schedule. No pressure on timing. Just consistency.
You don’t have to be perfect. You don’t have to understand everything. Just show up and read. Even a few minutes a day matters.
This isn’t about being religious — it’s about being intentional, disciplined, and connected as a family.
Im giving up alcohol, all forms of sugar other than fruit, and social media.
I love y’all, and I’m grateful we can walk through this together.
— Dad
We also have a bible reading schedule.
Family Lent Bible Reading Schedule (40 Days)
Week 1 – Repentance & Returning to God
• Day 1: Psalm 51
• Day 2: Joel 2:12–17
• Day 3: Isaiah 1:16–20
• Day 4: Psalm 32
• Day 5: Proverbs 28:13
• Day 6: Luke 15:11–24 (Prodigal Son)
• Day 7: Psalm 103
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Week 2 – Jesus’ Teachings
• Day 8: Matthew 5:1–12 (Beatitudes)
• Day 9: Matthew 5:13–16
• Day 10: Matthew 6:1–6
• Day 11: Matthew 6:19–21
• Day 12: Matthew 7:7–12
• Day 13: Luke 10:25–37 (Good Samaritan)
• Day 14: Matthew 11:28–30
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Week 3 – Faith, Trust & Obedience
• Day 15: Proverbs 3:1–6
• Day 16: Hebrews 11:1–6
• Day 17: James 1:2–8
• Day 18: Psalm 37
• Day 19: Romans 8:1–11
• Day 20: Matthew 14:22–33 (Peter walks on water)
• Day 21: Psalm 46
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Week 4 – Discipline & Spiritual Growth
• Day 22: 1 Corinthians 9:24–27
• Day 23: Galatians 5:16–26
• Day 24: Colossians 3:1–17
• Day 25: Romans 12
• Day 26: 2 Timothy 1:6–7
• Day 27: Psalm 1
• Day 28: Hebrews 12:1–11
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Week 5 – Love, Forgiveness & Humility
• Day 29: 1 Corinthians 13
• Day 30: Matthew 18:21–35
• Day 31: Philippians 2:1–11
• Day 32: John 13:1–17
• Day 33: Luke 6:27–36
• Day 34: Micah 6:8
• Day 35: Psalm 133
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Week 6 – The Cross & Resurrection Hope
• Day 36: Isaiah 53
• Day 37: Matthew 26:36–46
• Day 38: Matthew 27:27–54
• Day 39: John 19:28–37
• Day 40: John 20:1–18