Lent is an important time for self-reflection and spiritual growth in the time leading up to Easter. It is an opportunity to assess your own life and relationship with Christ. One of our favorite ways to honor the observance of Lent is through regular devotional reading. It can be a place of both comfort and learning for all Christians.

A plethora of resources is available to assist you with your Lenten practice, namely devotionals. We have a hand-picked selection of devotionals and what we consider to be the best books for Lent to guide you through however you choose to observe this period of the liturgical calendar. There are many types of devotionals for the Lenten season, and we hope this guide helps you choose the best one for you.

While Lent devotionals are certainly one of our most popular items for Lent, we also have plenty of other great books that are not specifically about Lent but embody the themes and virtues of the observance. Whether you want to refocus on Jesus or rekindle your prayer life, these are some of the books that have meant the most to us.

More About Lent

What Is Lent?

The main purpose of Lent is to prepare members of the Christian faith to recognize and celebrate the Lord’s Resurrection on Easter Sunday. For many who observe Lent, it includes 40 days of prayer, fasting, and almsgiving. 

The season of Lent is often associated with the time Jesus spent in the wilderness undergoing the temptation of Satan. During those 40 days, Jesus went without food. Therefore, 40 days of fasting is often practiced during Lent. It is a time of reflection and prayer. 

While many people specifically associate Lent with Catholicism, some Protestant denominations also celebrate Lent. Many Christians celebrate Lent in slightly different ways, depending on their own traditions and those of their church or denomination.

When Is Lent 2024?

Lent always starts on Ash Wednesday, which falls on February 14 this year. The observance will last until Holy Saturday on March 30. Easter Sunday will follow on March 31.

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