Ash Wednesday 2026

Scripture: Ezekiel 37: 1-14

Sermon: Breathless

Preacher: Kevin Heide

Ash Wednesday marks the beginning of Lent, a season of preparing hearts for the hope of Easter. By exploring Ezekiel’s vision of the valley of dry bones, we confront the reality of sin as misplaced worship. When we seek ultimate fulfillment in things outside of our Creator—like status, work, or entertainment—we often find ourselves spiritually breathless and weary. This episode invites listeners to acknowledge their brokenness and look toward the hope of God breathing new life into the driest places of their souls.

FAITHWORK ASSIGNMENT: Take time to reflect on the reality that sin is often a slow drift of misplaced worship where we seek fulfillment in things other than God, which eventually leaves us spiritually breathless. Consider carefully where you have sought ultimate enjoyment only to find yourself tired and weary instead. Remember that we cannot fully grasp the grace provided by the Cross until we first recognize the depth of our own sin and brokenness. Examine your heart honestly to see where you need His grace most, trusting the promise that God breathes revival and new life into our driest places when we repent and return to Him.

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