Before Jesus began his earthly ministry, he was led into the wilderness by the Spirit to be tempted.  The season of Lent is meant to be a reflection of Jesus’ time in the wilderness—a time for us to address the diversions that keep us from God.  Mentally, emotionally, physically, and spiritually, there are ways that we can prepare for such a wilderness journey.  These two weeks will be an opportunity for us to prepare for Lent, in which we will confront the things that lead us away from God, and intentionally take on the means God has given us to remain focused on him.