Scripture: Zephaniah 3:17 (NIV)
The Lord your God is with you, the Mighty
Warrior who saves. He will take great delight in you; in his love he will no
longer rebuke you, but will rejoice over you with singing.
Reflection
The journey of repentance and renewal leads finally toward
joy. God’s relationship with Creation is defined by restoring love, not by
relentless accusation. The prophet speaks of a God who sings over a restored
people.
Lent prepares the heart to receive that joy. Through
repentance, patience, and renewed commitment, communities become ready to
experience the fullness of God’s delight.
The future God prepares is not merely survival; it is
flourishing. The promise of restoration carries music within it — the song of a
God who rejoices in the healing of the world.
Prayer
God of rejoicing love,
Renew my spirit with hope.
Lift the weight of discouragement.
Teach me to trust your promise.
Let my life join
The song of your restoration ~ Amen.
Invitation
Step outside or pause in stillness. Listen for a moment of
gratitude.
Say quietly:
“God, you rejoice over your people.”
Daily Lent Devotions Revd Mark Robinson | Revd Dr Tessa
Henry-Robinson Lent Day 22 | Saturday 14 March | The Joy of Restoration
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