Lent Series EP 1: The Power of Your Thoughts

Main Themes

You Have a Rational Soul — and That Matters

As human beings made in the image of God (Genesis 1:27), we have the unique capacity to think, ponder, discern, and choose. Your interior world is sacred ground.

Silence Is Not Empty — It’s Essential

In a culture filled with constant noise and distraction, we must fight for time to think. Silence creates space for reflection, gratitude, and hearing God’s voice.

You Are Not a Victim of Your Thoughts

While thoughts arise spontaneously, we are not powerless.

By grace, we can choose:Which thoughts to dwell on

• Which thoughts to reject
• Which thoughts to surrender
• We can “put on the mind of Christ” (Philippians 2:5).

Ask: “Is It Kind?”Inspired by Dr. Edith Eger’s witness, a powerful discernment question emerges: Is this thought kind?

If yes — receive it. If not — let it pass

You Are Not Alone in Your Mind

Prayer is a dialogue, not a monologue. We do not navigate our interior world alone. Jesus walks with us there. Community, spiritual friendship, and vulnerability can transform our thinking and bring clarity and peace.

Scripture References

• Joel 2:12
  “Return to me with your whole heart.”
• Genesis 1:27
  “God created man in his image; in the image of God he created him; male and female he created them.”
• Philippians 2:5
  “Have among yourselves the same attitude that is also yours in Christ Jesus.” 
• Luke 23:46
  “Father, into your hands I commend my spirit.” 

Challenges of the Week:

• Give yourself permission to wonder in gratitude for what you encounter in the day.
• Return to the Lord with your whole heart so he can fill you with peace and Ask Our Lady, Queen of Peace, to guard your mind.
• Make an intentional act of surrender at night to quiet your mind (“Into Your hands, Lord…” — Luke 23:46).
• Allow your mind to think of other people  (a text, note, or prayer for another).