Lenten Reflections: Explore the Transformative Power of Preparing our Hearts for Easter w/ Aaron Damiani
As we begin this Lenten season, what comes to your mind? For many Christians, Lent may seem like an old ritual that’s out of touch with our modern-day lives or a practice that is reserved for “high church denominations,” but our guest today, Aaron Damiani, author of the book, The Good of Giving Up: Discovering the Freedom of Lent, is here to share with us the importance of preparing for Easter through the practice of Lent, and why this observance is intended for all Christians.
2022 Podcast Interview with Aaron
Book: The Good of Giving Up
Church Website
Twitter @aarondamiani
Currently Reading: The Return of the Prodigal Son
Quiet Time: Book of Matthew
Favorite Christian Musical Group: Keith & Kristyn Getty
Favorite Christian Musician: Fred Hammond
0:00 - Intro
2:03 - Ad Break
3:35 - Meet Aaron Damiani
4:52 - What is Lent and why should we practice it?
9:03 - Why do you think that the practice of Lent is of increasing interest to Christians of all denominations, and particularly among Millennials and younger pastors?
11:35 - Describe the key disciplines of lent that are relevant to all Christians: fasting, prayer, and generosity.
18:44 - How can we put this all into practice with intentionality?
28:43 - You say in your book that Lent is “not a hunger strike.” What do you mean by that?
32:38 - What is it like for our families and churches to practice Lent together?
36:51 - What does the season of Lent have to offer busy, stressed-out people?
39:21 - Connect with Aaron
40:25 - Favorite Bible study questions
45:30 - Outro
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