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The Chimes
The Student News Site of Biola University

The Chimes
The Student News Site of Biola University

The Chimes

Lent allows for reflections as a matter of the heart

A student stopping their hand from touching an iphone and a package of candy
A time of discipline guides students’ reflections on God’s goodness in preparation for Easter.
Caitlin Blackmon, Features Apprentice • April 12, 2018

The observation of Lent encourages Christians to prepare their hearts to reflect Christ’s sacrifice by giving up something that distracts them from doing this. As described by President Barry Corey on The Lent Project page, “The season of Lent invites Christ followers into a sacred space of worship...