Thursday in the Fifth Week of Lent

Distractions

After sending them home, he went up into the hills by himself to pray. Night fell while he was there alone. Matthew 14:23

Cars, people, and odd sounds constantly distract us. Our world is filled with noises and distractions that are hard to avoid. We are so easily distracted by these things, which is why it is a good idea to get away. Many times Jesus would leave the crowds, his friends, and go out to be alone and pray. This sets forth an example for us all.

Each day during Lent, we should try to get away. We should find a place that is peaceful and away from distractions and use it to pray and grow in our relationship with the Lord. Jesus knew what he was doing when he went up on that hill! So follow after him by spending somealone time today in prayer.

Danielle MacMinn

Prayer: God, calm our world and quiet our spirit. Help us to follow after you and get away so that we may grow and learn and deepen our relationship with you. Amen.