Resting in the Love of Jesus: A 5-Day Lent Devotional by Asheritah CiuciuÖrnek

## JESUS OFFERS HOPE “Then he said, ‘Jesus, remember me when you come into your kingdom.’ Jesus answered him, ‘Truly I tell you, today you will be with me in paradise.’” LUKE 23: 42–43 RECITE GOD’S GOODNESS O Lover of my Soul, thank You that it’s never too late to come to You. As long as I have breath in my lungs, You offer mercy and forgiveness for my sins. Though the enemy of my soul intends to keep me bound to sin and far from You in shame and guilt, You invite me to come, believe, and rest. EXPRESS YOUR NEEDINESS It was my sin that put Jesus on that cross, but it was love that held Him there. Every agonizing breath was a declaration of love and commitment to reconcile us to You. So I confess my sins to You now, holding nothing back, receiving Your forgiveness. SEEK HIS STILLNESS Allow God’s Spirit to convict and cleanse you of your sin. Then rest in God’s loving presence as He declares you righteous in Jesus. TRUST HIS FAITHFULNESS Because of Jesus’ death, I’m dead to sin and made alive to Your Spirit within me. I have hope of victory over sin. This isn’t because of my goodness or dedication; it’s because of Your matchless grace, mercy, and love. I trust You in my battle with my flesh today. You will be victorious. To continue these readings, check out Asheritah’s Lent book, “ [ Uncovering The Love of Jesus ](https://www.moodypublishers.com/uncovering-the-love-of-jesus/) ,” and her newest book, “ [ Prayers of REST ](https://www.moodypublishers.com/prayers-of-rest/) .”