Bread And Wine – Book Review
Depending on your religious background and the part of the Christian church you are involved in, you may or may not formally observe Lent – the 40 day season, first popularized in the 4th century, that leads up to Easter Sunday.
However – if you want to deepen your spiritual life and reflect on the mystery and miracle of Christ’s death and resurrection – then consider Bread And Wine – Readings For Lent And Easter for your personal devotional time!
Bread And Wine is a collection of 72 readings from a wide spectrum of classic and contemporary authors who share their thoughts on the following themes:
- Invitation
- Temptation
- Passion
- Crucifixion
- Resurrection
- New Life
In case you are wondering why there are 72 readings since there are only 40 days in Lent, the first 46 readings cover events that occur during the official season of Lent, which runs from Ash Wednesday through Holy Saturday, and the last two sections focus on post-Easter themes.
What I like most about Bread And Wine is that it has given me a fresh perspective on and a deeper appreciation for Lent – a solemn season I associate with self-sacrifice and somberness from my childhood.
The Editors write:
Lent is the season in which we ought to be surprised by joy. Our self-sacrifice serves no purpose unless, by laying aside this or that desire, we are able to focus on our heart’s deepest desire – unity with Christ. In Him – in His suffering and death – His resurrection and triumph – we find our truest joy.
I thoroughly enjoy the diverse readings in Bread And Wine. I find that the daily reflections provide a great way to focus on Christ and to ponder what His life, death, and resurrection really mean.
I rate it 5 out of 5 stars.
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Great review! I read this book for Lent 2014 and likewise give it 5 stars. The Advent collection (Watch for the Light) is also excellent. 🙂
Thanks Malia – I’m glad you read the book and enjoyed it too! I also reviewed and enjoyed the Advent Collection!
Have a wonderful weekend – be sure to join us at The Book Nook!
thanks for sharing with #readwithme x
Not read that one, but I’ll look out for it. MDelia Smith’s Lent and Advent books are excellent
Although my church doesn’t participate in Lent, I’ve been curious about it lately. I might participate next year.
I’ve been enjoying your posts linked to Literacy Musing Mondays. See you next week!
Thanks so much Tami – I really appreciate that you’ve enjoyed my reviews! 🙂
Most of the churches I’ve attended as an adult don’t acknowledge Lent, but I am familiar with it from my childhood,
and felt led to revisit it this year.
Have a wonderful Easter and please join us at The Book Nook! 🙂
I just picked up this book! How fun to see it as your latest read. I have yet to crack the cover…yeah, I know, Lent will be over….yet I will no matter.
Glad to see you are reading this book too Barb! Don’t worry about reading it just during the season – good books are meant to be enjoyed anytime of year! Would love to have you share your thoughts once you start it! 🙂
Thanks for your review of this book. While our church doesn’t participate in celebrating lent, I have been interested in learning more about it and have been looking for good resources. It sounds like this is an excellent one. Thanks for sharing at #LMM where we are neighbors.
Thanks for sharing this timely resource at Literacy Musing Mondays. Have a blessed week!
Thanks for sharing with #readwithme x