Imagine a life where distractions no longer pull you away from what truly matters—a life where you are fully present with God, with yourself, and with those you love. Sounds almost impossible, doesn’t it? Your days are filled with endless scrolling, news notifications, and constant busyness. The more you consume, the emptier you feel.
As we step into the season of Lent, I want to invite you into a sacred time of simplicity, stillness, and spiritual renewal. This is your opportunity to strip away the unnecessary and realign your life with God’s purpose. Jesus calls to you, saying:
“Come to me, all who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest.” (Matthew 11:28)
This invitation is about more than just physical rest—it’s about soul rest. Lent isn’t just about giving something up; it’s about making space to draw closer to God. It’s a season for deep reflection, asking yourself questions like:
- What distractions are keeping me from intimacy with Jesus?
- Where do I seek comfort outside of God?
- Am I truly being transformed by the Gospel, or am I just going through the motions?
- What areas of my life are still ruled by my desire for control?
Learning from Elijah’s Story
In 1 Kings 19, the prophet Elijah reaches his breaking point. After a series of exhausting events, he is physically, emotionally, and spiritually depleted. He runs to the wilderness, collapses under a tree, and prays to die. But instead of scolding him or telling him to push through, God meets his immediate needs.
First, God allows him to rest. Then, an angel provides food and water. Only after Elijah’s physical renewal does God speak to him—not in the wind, the earthquake, or the fire, but in a gentle whisper.
I don’t know about you, but I can relate to Elijah’s exhaustion. Maybe you can too. Have you ever felt like you were doing everything you could, but it still wasn’t enough? Like you were running on empty, just trying to get through the day? Elijah’s story reminds us that even the strongest among us can become overwhelmed. But before God calls us into deeper spiritual renewal, He first invites us to rest, to nourish our bodies and souls, and to step away from the noise so we can hear His voice.
The Digital Detox You Need
One of the greatest sources of exhaustion today is digital overload. You turn to social media, entertainment, and endless information as distractions. But these habits don’t satisfy you—they exhaust you even more.
Lent is a time to stop running. To slow down. To listen.
Instead of filling every quiet moment with a screen, what if you intentionally unplugged to be present with God? What if you took breaks from the constant noise and allowed your soul to be refreshed?
A digital detox isn’t about rejecting technology entirely—it’s about setting boundaries so you can create space for what truly matters. Here are some practical ways to reset during Lent:
- Limit social media and news consumption – Choose one digital habit to cut back on and replace it with time in prayer or Scripture.
- Create sacred spaces for silence – Use a two-minute timer to sit in stillness with God each morning and evening.
- Prioritize Sabbath rest – Set aside intentional time to unplug and simply be.
- Practice mindful engagement – Rather than passively consuming content, be intentional about what you watch, read, and listen to.
A Lenten Invitation
Lent is an opportunity for you to realign your heart with what truly nourishes you. Jesus tells you:
“Whoever drinks the water I give them will never thirst. Indeed, the water I give them will become a spring of water welling up to eternal life.” (John 4:14)
Where in your life do you feel spiritually dry? Are you running on empty? This Lent, instead of just giving things up, choose to be filled with what truly sustains you—God’s presence, God’s Word, and deep, restorative rest.
As we journey through Lent together, I encourage you to step away from distractions and lean into the whisper of God. Expect transformation—not through striving, but through surrender.
May this season be one of renewal, healing, and deep connection with the One who gives you true rest.
