Is it possible that the story of Jesus was hidden in plain sight hundreds of years before He was even born?

In Week 3 of our Lent series, we’re shifting away from the history of the Exodus and diving into the "Roadmap" God left behind in the Old Testament. From the raw cries of Psalm 22 to the specific promises in Isaiah and Micah, we're looking at how the Bible told us about Jesus long before He ever arrived in Bethlehem.

If you’ve ever wondered if God has a plan for the mess or if His promises still hold up when life gets quiet, this week's readings are for you. None of this was an accident—and neither are you.

This Week’s Reading Roadmap:

• Monday: Psalm 22:1–5

• Tuesday: Psalm 23

• Wednesday: Psalm 118:19–29

• Thursday: Isaiah 7:14

• Friday: Isaiah 9:2, 6–7

• Saturday: Micah 5:2

• Sunday: Isaiah 53:3–6

Connect with Joni:

• Full Lent Reading Plan: here

• More Reflections & Blog:www.makemondaymatter.com

Join us for Day 12 of our Lent Reading Plan. Following the miracle at the Red Sea, the Israelites sing a song of praise in Exodus 15:1-13. Today we focus on the transition from the big miracle to the daily walk—trusting the God who redeems us to also be the God who guides us home.

• ​Scripture: Exodus 15:1-13 (NIV)
• ​Key Theme: Redemption and Guidance.
• ​Plan: Find the Full Lent Reading Plan here
• ​Blog: makemondaymatter.com

Thursday was supposed to be the "get-my-life-together" day. Instead, it became a lesson in conviction, a trip back to the scene of the crime, and a screw in a tire. Explore why being "trusted with very little" is the secret to a clear conscience and a closer walk with God.

In this episode, Joni discusses:

• The "Tell-Tale Heart" moment with a bottle of curl cream.

• Why fixing things "online" isn't always an option for the soul.

• Luke 16:10: Integrity in the small, ordinary moments.

• The irony of "no good deed goes unpunished" (and how to handle it).

  
  

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Keywords: Christian Women, Faith, Integrity, Luke 16:10, Daily Devotional, Spiritual Growth, Life Lessons.

Join us for Day 11 as the Israelites face a dead end at the Red Sea. We talk about what it means to trust God to fight for you when you have nowhere left to turn.

• Scripture: Exodus 14 (NIV)

• Key Theme: The Breakthrough

• Plan: Find the Full Lent Reading Plan here

• Blog: www.makemondaymatter.com

Description: Join us for Day 10 of our Lent Reading Plan. After nine plagues of judgment on Egypt (Exodus 7-10), we reach the final night in Exodus 12:1-13. Today we talk about the significance of the Passover lamb and how God’s rescue is based on the sacrifice He provides, not our own efforts.

• ​Scripture: Exodus 12:1-13
• ​Key Theme: Under the protection of the Lamb.
• ​Plan: Find the Full Lent Reading Plan here
• ​Blog: makemondaymatter.com

Join us for Day 9 of our Lent Reading Plan. After Moses tries to back out with excuses, God responds with a powerful promise in Exodus 6:2-8. Today we talk about why God's "I will" is more important than our "I can't," and what to do when things get harder right after you say "yes" to God.

• ​ Scripture: Exodus 6:2-8
• ​ Key Theme: Relying on God's character instead of our own ability.
• ​ Plan: Find the Full Lent Reading Plan here
• ​ Blog: Catch up on daily reflections at makemondaymatter.com

Join us for Day 8 of our Lent Reading Plan. Today we jump from the basket to the burning bush in Exodus 3:1-12. We talk about what happens when God finally speaks after years of silence and why His "rescue" involves sending us back into the mess.

• Scripture: Exodus 3:1-12

• Key Theme: From the palace to the desert to the call.

• Plan: Find the Full Lent Reading Plan here

• Blog: Catch up on daily reflections at makemondaymatter.com

Join us for Day 7 of our Lent Reading Plan and weekly devotional. Today we explore Exodus 2:1-10 and the story of Moses in the basket. We talk about what it looks like when you’re down to your last resort and why a "basket season" is often exactly where God starts His best work.

• ​ Scripture: Exodus 2:1-10
• ​ Key Theme: God’s protection and provision in the middle of a mess.
• ​ Plan: Find the Full Lent Reading Plan here
• ​ Blog: Catch up on past reflections at makemondaymatter.com

"They made their lives bitter with harsh labor..."

We’re starting Week 2 of our Lent Plan: God the Rescuer. Today, we’re looking at Exodus 1:8-14. Before we can celebrate the rescue, we have to talk about what it feels like to be stuck. We're looking at those seasons where life feels like a "grind" and remembering that God sees us in the middle of it.

Today’s Passage: Exodus 1:8-14

Join the Journey:

• ​ Full Lent Reading Plan: here
• ​ More Reflections: makemondaymatter.com

This past weekend, my niece gave everything she had on the state dance floor until her legs literally gave out. Her sister had to pick her up and carry her.

It reminded me of my last marathon—the miles where I was ready to quit and the sister who showed up to walk me to the finish line.

In this week's 3-minute devotional, we look at Ecclesiastes 4:10 and the importance of "our people." We’re talking about:

• ​ What it looks like to show up for the hard miles.
• ​ Why we need to check on the "strong" ones who always do the helping.
• ​ A simple challenge to see a need and pick someone up this week.

We weren't meant to get back up alone.

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