Turning Off the Noise

Following Jesus into the wilderness, this first week of Lent invites us to look at the "clutter" of noise and busyness that drowns out God’s voice. For many of us, the main thing getting in our way isn't a "big sin," but a thousand small distractions. We fill every quiet moment with our phones, music, social media, or endless "to-do" lists because silence can feel uncomfortable. This week, fast from the constant noise we use to stay distracted. By stepping back from the digital world or our hectic schedules, we create a space where we can actually hear what God is saying to us.

The goal would be a simple change of heart. By letting go of the need to stay "constantly busy," we realize how much we’ve been trying to do everything on our own without ever looking to God. Luther reminds us that faith is a living, daring confidence in God’s grace, a quiet trust in God’s love, but it’s hard to feel that trust when we never sit still. This week, as you clear your schedule or put down your phone, remember that you aren't just giving something up—you are making room to be found in the quiet by the God who loves you.