Description: Join us for Day 10 of our Lent Reading Plan. After nine plagues of judgment on Egypt (Exodus 7-10), we reach the final night in Exodus 12:1-13. Today we talk about the significance of the Passover lamb and how God’s rescue is based on the sacrifice He provides, not our own efforts.

• Scripture: Exodus 12:1-13

• Key Theme: Under the protection of the Lamb.

• Plan: Find the Full Lent Reading Plan here

• Blog: makemondaymatter.com

Join us for Day 9 of our Lent Reading Plan. After Moses tries to back out with excuses, God responds with a powerful promise in Exodus 6:2-8. Today we talk about why God's "I will" is more important than our "I can't," and what to do when things get harder right after you say "yes" to God.

• ​ Scripture: Exodus 6:2-8
• ​ Key Theme: Relying on God's character instead of our own ability.
• ​ Plan: Find the Full Lent Reading Plan here
• ​ Blog: Catch up on daily reflections at makemondaymatter.com

Join us for Day 8 of our Lent Reading Plan. Today we jump from the basket to the burning bush in Exodus 3:1-12. We talk about what happens when God finally speaks after years of silence and why His "rescue" involves sending us back into the mess.

• Scripture: Exodus 3:1-12

• Key Theme: From the palace to the desert to the call.

• Plan: Find the Full Lent Reading Plan here

• Blog: Catch up on daily reflections at makemondaymatter.com

Join us for Day 7 of our Lent Reading Plan and weekly devotional. Today we explore Exodus 2:1-10 and the story of Moses in the basket. We talk about what it looks like when you’re down to your last resort and why a "basket season" is often exactly where God starts His best work.

• ​ Scripture: Exodus 2:1-10
• ​ Key Theme: God’s protection and provision in the middle of a mess.
• ​ Plan: Find the Full Lent Reading Plan here
• ​ Blog: Catch up on past reflections at makemondaymatter.com

"They made their lives bitter with harsh labor..."

We’re starting Week 2 of our Lent Plan: God the Rescuer. Today, we’re looking at Exodus 1:8-14. Before we can celebrate the rescue, we have to talk about what it feels like to be stuck. We're looking at those seasons where life feels like a "grind" and remembering that God sees us in the middle of it.

Today’s Passage: Exodus 1:8-14

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• ​ Full Lent Reading Plan: here
• ​ More Reflections: makemondaymatter.com

This past weekend, my niece gave everything she had on the state dance floor until her legs literally gave out. Her sister had to pick her up and carry her.

It reminded me of my last marathon—the miles where I was ready to quit and the sister who showed up to walk me to the finish line.

In this week's 3-minute devotional, we look at Ecclesiastes 4:10 and the importance of "our people." We’re talking about:

• ​ What it looks like to show up for the hard miles.
• ​ Why we need to check on the "strong" ones who always do the helping.
• ​ A simple challenge to see a need and pick someone up this week.
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We weren't meant to get back up alone.

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"The Spirit sent him into the wilderness..."

Ever feel like you're doing everything right and still end up in a "desert" season? Today we’re looking at Mark 1:9-15. We talk about why the wilderness isn't always a sign that you're off track—sometimes, it’s the place where you see God show up most.

Today’s Passage: Mark 1:9-15

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• Full Lent Reading Plan: here

• More Reflections: makemondaymatter.com

"Is this not the fast that I choose?"

Lent is often associated with giving things up, but Isaiah 58 challenges us to do more than just skip a meal. Today we’re looking at what "true fasting" looks like and why God cares more about how we treat people than how religious we act.

Today’s Passage: Isaiah 58:6-12

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• ​ Full Lent Reading Plan: here
• ​ More Reflections: makemondaymatter.com