Lenten Symbols
Lent is a season of reflection, repentance, and renewal—a journey toward the cross and ultimately, the empty tomb. Throughout this journey, Jesus used everyday objects to teach deep spiritual truths, revealing God’s grace, justice, and love. In this sermon series, Lenten Symbols: Encountering Christ Through the Everyday, we explore how ordinary items—a map, a stopwatch, a lantern, a gate, a mirror, a cloak, a towel, a nail, and a sunrise—carry extraordinary meaning when seen through the lens of Christ’s life, death, and resurrection.
Each week, we will focus on one of these symbols, connecting it to Jesus’ teachings and the pivotal moments of His journey to the cross. Like a map guiding a traveler, God’s Word directs us toward compassion and faithfulness. Just as a stopwatch reminds us of the urgency of time, Jesus calls us to repentance before it’s too late. A lantern shines light in the darkness, reminding us that God actively seeks the lost. A gate stands between the rich man and Lazarus, challenging us to break down barriers of injustice. A mirror invites self-examination, as Zacchaeus’ story urges us to see ourselves as Christ sees us. A cloak and palm branch symbolize our expectations of Jesus, but do we welcome Him as He truly is? A towel, the ultimate symbol of servanthood, shows us that true greatness comes through humility. A nail represents the cost of our salvation, the price Jesus paid on the cross. And finally, a sunrise signals new life, the victory of resurrection, and the promise that death has been defeated.
Through these tangible symbols, we will engage with the Lenten journey in a fresh and meaningful way. This series calls us to deepen our faith, examine our hearts, and live as people transformed by Christ’s sacrifice and victory. Whether you are stepping onto this path for the first time or walking it once again, may these symbols guide you toward a renewed encounter with Jesus—our Savior, Servant, and Risen King.
Join us as we embrace the sacred meaning behind everyday objects and discover how they reveal the profound truth of the Gospel.
