40 Days and 40 Nights: A Lenten Journey

Easter Sunday. Today marks one of the most momentous celebrations in Christianity, the Resurrection of Jesus Christ.

It is believed that on the first Holy Saturday, Jesus's followers held a vigil service, mourning his death.

On Good Friday, Christians commemorate the day that Jesus suffered and died as a sacrifice for the sins of his people.

Holy Thursday is an important part of holy week. It falls on the Thursday before Easter and is the commemoration of the last supper of Jesus Christ before his arrest and crucifixion.

At the end of Jesus' 40 days and 40 days in the desert Jesus is purified and tells Satan to Be off!

In The Bible, Luke 23:26-49 tells the story of the Crucifixion of Jesus. Along with Jesus, two other men, both criminals were crucified beside him. They teach us powerful lessons.

According to the scriptures, Jesus fell three times but despite that pain and suffering he got up and continued.

Palm Sunday is the final Sunday of Lent and the beginning of Holy week. It is meant to commemorate Christ's arrival to Jerusalem before his crucifixion.

Simon of Cyrene is the individual that was called to carry Jesus' cross before his crucifixion. Simon was originally from a town named Cyrene in Africa.

John the Baptist is clearly a central figure in the salvation history of God. What made him so special was his devotion to Christ and doing His will.

Perhaps the most famous symbol of Easter, the Easter Egg, has had a long history of being linked to the theme of Resurrection.

Pontius Pilate was the Roman governor under the emperor of Tiberius during the 1st century. Pilate asked the people which prisoner he shall set free. At the time it was between Jesus and Barabbas.

Prayer is essential to a good Lent. Often we think of prayer as a one way street: You talking to God and Him listening. But in reality, prayer is a relationship with God.

The cross is often used as a symbol of the death and resurrection of Jesus Christ.

During the Lenten season, prayer is a way to not only strengthen the relationship with God, but to also develop a better understanding of the meaning of Lent.

The Shroud of Turin has long been recognized as the burial garment of Jesus Christ.

During the Lenten period, we reflect on the Scourging of Christ at the Pillar, also known as the Flagellation.

Much like candles used during the Advent period, candles can also be used during Lent.

Joseph of Arimathea is known as the saint who was responsible for the burial of Jesus Christ.

Simon Peter, one of the original Twelve Apostles of Jesus Christ, committed a series of sins before Jesus was crucified.

Jesus and his disciples gathered in the Garden of Gethsemane where he was ultimately arrested.

Judas Iscariot was one of the Twelve Apostles of Jesus Christ, he is widely known for his betrayal of Jesus.

One day during an annual Passover celebration, Jesus cleansed the temple.

One of the most popular flowers during Lent is known as the Easter Lily.