A CITY-WIDE PRAYING, FASTING, AND PREACHING MOVEMENT CALLING THE CHURCH ACROSS HOUSTON TO WALK WITH JESUS.

THE OVERVIEW

This year’s theme, Walking with Jesus: Light Up the City, calls us to a simple yet powerful posture. This season is not about doing something impressive for God, but about taking faithful steps with Him. As we learn to walk with Jesus—day by day, street by street—we believe He will transform us, renew His Church, and bring awakening to our city.

WEEKLY THEMES

Lent is a journey — a walk toward the cross and the empty tomb. In this series, we’ll travel alongside Jesus and those who encountered Him “on the move.” From the shores of Galilee to the road to Emmaus, we’ll discover what it truly means to walk in His steps.

Each week highlights a key encounter with Jesus and invites us into a better way to walk and live.

  • Jesus calls His first disciples to leave their nets and follow Him.

    (Matthew 4:18–22)

    As Jesus strolls along the Sea of Galilee, He sees fishermen going about their daily work — ordinary people, busy with the familiar. His simple invitation, “Come, follow Me,” changes everything. To walk where Jesus walks means to leave behind comfort, control, and certainty to embrace a new calling. We begin our Lenten journey by stepping into obedience and discovering that true discipleship always starts with surrender.

  • Jesus shows that walking with Him is about relationship, not rules.

    (Matthew 12:1–8)

    When the Pharisees challenge Jesus over Sabbath traditions, He responds with grace and truth: “I desire mercy, not sacrifice.” Walking with Jesus is not about rigid religion, but real relationship. He calls us to move from ritual to relationship — from legalism to love — learning that His presence offers rest for the soul and freedom from performance-driven faith.

  • Peter steps out of the boat and walks on the water toward Jesus.

    (Matthew 14:22–33)

    In the darkness of the storm, Jesus appears — walking on the waves. Peter’s decision to step out of the boat is a moment of breathtaking courage and trust. Faith means moving toward Jesus even when fear and uncertainty swirl around us. This week we’ll learn that walking with Jesus often means leaving the safety of what we know to experience His power in what we can’t control.

  • Following Jesus requires total devotion and no turning back.

    (Luke 9:57–62)

    Three people approach Jesus, each eager yet hesitant to follow. Jesus’ replies cut to the heart: discipleship is not part-time or convenient. To walk with Him means prioritizing His kingdom above all else — setting aside excuses, distractions, and divided loyalties. The road of discipleship may be costly, but it leads to lasting joy and eternal reward.

  • True greatness comes through humility and service.

    (Mark 10:32–45)

    As the disciples dream of glory, Jesus redefines leadership: “Whoever wants to be great among you must be your servant.” He turns worldly ambition upside down, teaching that power is found in serving, not ruling. To walk with Jesus is to follow the One who kneels to wash feet and lays down His life for others. In a world obsessed with status, we’re invited to embody a kingdom of humility, grace, and sacrificial love.

  • We join the triumphal celebration, refusing to let the rocks cry out in our place.

    (Luke 19:28–40)

    As Jesus rides into Jerusalem, the people shout “Hosanna!” and lay down their cloaks before Him. Yet their praise will soon give way to silence. This week challenges us to worship boldly — with full hearts and open hands — even when following Jesus leads us into difficult places. Walking with Him means holding nothing back, declaring with conviction and joy that He alone is worthy.

  • The risen Jesus meets two disciples on the road to Emmaus and opens their eyes.

    (Luke 24:13–35)

    Two weary travelers walk away from Jerusalem, hearts heavy with disappointment. Then, the risen Christ joins them — walking beside them, revealing truth, breaking bread, and rekindling their hope. In that encounter, their sorrow turns to joy and their silence to proclamation. Walking with Jesus ignites our hearts and compels us to share the life-changing news: He is alive!

PRAY WITH US FEBRUARY 18 – APRIL 5, 2026

Light Up the City—Prayer Walking Movement: 100,000 miles of prayer walking

PRAYER WALKING

SATURATING OUR CITY WITH PRAYER

A key expression of walking with Jesus this season is prayer walking. Prayer walking is intercessory prayer that happens while walking in or near a specific place—your neighborhood, school, workplace, or city streets. As you prayer walk, your focus shifts beyond personal concerns to the needs of others, allowing God to shape your heart for your community.

Prayer walking invites us to:

  • See people and places through God’s eyes

  • Listen to the Holy Spirit as we observe our surroundings

  • Actively seek the peace and well-being of our city

This year, we are setting a bold goal as the Church in Houston: to collectively prayer walk 100,000 miles, covering our neighborhoods and communities in prayer.

Track Your Prayer Walks

Prayer walks will be tracked from Sunday, February 15 through Easter Sunday, April 5.

To record a prayer walk on Holy Here app:

  1. Click Start a Walk

  2. Begin walking and praying

  3. Use the daily prayer prompts as a guide

  4. (Optional) Record notes or observations

  5. Click End Walk

  6. Publish your walk (publishing notes is optional)

  7. Plan your next prayer walk

Each walk contributes to our collective total once it is published.


Note:
If you are prayer walking with others, each person should record their walk individually. If you are walking with a child or someone without a phone, use this Tracking Form to add those miles to the total.

SAVE THE DATES

HOW CAN I BE INVOLVED?

  1. Sign-Up: Please fill out this form and let us know that you will be joining the season of prayer.

  2. Commit to Daily Prayer: Dedicate yourself to pray daily throughout the Lenten season (February 18 –April 5, 2025)

  3. Download the app and prayer walk your neighborhood, the areas surrounding your church, and your city as you are able.

  4. Consider Fasting: As you are led, consider fasting during this season in a way that is meaningful and appropriate for you. Whether it's food, distractions, or other comforts, use this time to deepen your spiritual focus.

  5. Join us for special events: Participate in our Sunday morning Worship Services at 10am and our Prayer & Worship nights on March 4th and April 1st, as well as our Easter Service on April 5.

In partnership with:
HCPN & Awaken Houston