Olivet Assembly (OA) Oceania has prepared a set of reflective questions to accompany this year’s 40-day Lenten devotion series, “The Path of the Cross.” The materials are intended to help members meditate on the meaning of Christ’s suffering, surrender, and victory during the Lenten season from Ash Wednesday to Easter.
Each day of the devotion includes two to three reflection questions following the Scripture reading. These questions are designed to guide believers toward deeper personal meditation on the Word of God, encouraging them to recall concrete experiences and consider how biblical truths apply to their lives and ministry.
The reflection questions may be used for personal devotion as well as for small group discussion. OA Oceania leaders noted that thoughtful self-examination during Lent helps believers cultivate humility, strengthen their reliance on Christ, and grow in spiritual maturity. Through honest reflection and prayer, participants are encouraged to apply Scripture more intentionally in daily life and continue growing in faith and obedience.
One example from Day 21–22 invites participants to reflect on their response to truth and surrender. The passage recalls how those who came to arrest Jesus carried lanterns and torches—symbols often associated with light and truth—yet used them to oppose Christ Himself. Participants are asked to consider moments when something meant for good, such as authority, knowledge, or even Scripture, was used in a way that caused harm or misunderstanding, and how such experiences shaped their pursuit of truth.
Another reflection contrasts Peter’s bold action with the sword and Jesus’ willingness to accept the Father’s will, expressed in His words, “Shall I not drink the cup the Father has given me?” Participants are invited to reflect on situations in which they faced conflict or injustice and to consider whether they responded by trying to control the outcome or by entrusting the matter to God.
Through this Lenten devotion series, OA Oceania hopes members will gain a deeper understanding of the cross and experience
spiritual renewal as they meditate on Scripture and walk through the season of Lent together. Leaders encourage members and ministry partners across Oceania to participate prayerfully, whether individually or in fellowship, trusting that this period of reflection will strengthen faith and deepen devotion to Christ.