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A 40-day guided workbook

40 Days Deeper

Forty days of honest self-examination in the light of Scripture. Each day has a Bible passage, a short teaching from the letters of Paul, Peter, James and John, three reflection prompts, a small step and room to write.

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  • Printable PDF, US Letter and A4
  • Instant digital download
  • Start on any day of the year
Cover of the 40 Days Deeper workbookSection review page from 40 Days Deeper: Looking back on Family and HomeCover of the 40 Days Deeper Family and Small Group Discussion Guide

What's inside

A two-page spread for each of the forty days

Some journals ask hard questions about your past, your habits and your relationships, but leave God out of the picture. 40 Days Deeper goes just as deep and keeps Scripture at the center. It is a guided season of looking honestly at your heart, with the apostles' letters as your guide.

  • Day 1 two-page spread from 40 Days Deeper: passage, key verse, teaching, small step, three reflection prompts and a Pass the Light step
    A day spread: read and learn on the left, write on the right
  • Section review page from 40 Days Deeper: Looking back on Family and Home
    Section review
  • Cover of the 40 Days Deeper Family and Small Group Discussion Guide
    Discussion guide

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Printable PDF workbook

40 Days Deeper: A Guided Christian Reflection Workbook

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The forty days are arranged in five parts of eight days: Family and Home, Forgiveness, Fear and Trust, Who I Am in Christ, and Living the Letters. On the left of each spread: a passage to read, a key verse from the World English Bible, a short teaching in plain, warm language, and one small step for the day. On the right: three reflection prompts with space to write, and a Pass the Light step.

What's inside

  • 108-page workbook in US Letter and A4
  • Why forty days, how to use the workbook, and a gentle note before you begin
  • Where I am today and a letter to myself, now
  • 40 two-page day spreads: key verse, teaching from the letters, three reflection prompts, a small step, writing space and a Pass the Light step
  • 5 section reviews, a look back over all forty days, a letter back and a plan for the next forty days
  • Progress tracker with 40 days and 40 lamps
  • Pass the Light verse cards to cut out and give away
  • 11-page Family and Small Group Discussion Guide (six sessions) in US Letter and A4
  • Sources and personal use license

Pass the Light

Every day ends with one small step to share the light. Together we're aiming for 1,000 homes lit by Christmas.

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More about the workbook

Why forty days? Forty is one of the Bible's long numbers: the rain of the flood, Moses on the mountain, Jesus in the wilderness. Many churches also keep Lent as forty days of prayer and turning back to God. This workbook fits Lent well, but you can start on any day of the year.

You write a letter to yourself before Day 1 and a letter back after Day 40. Each part ends with a review page, and a progress tracker lets you tick off the days and the homes you have lit.

A six-session discussion guide is included, with questions for small groups and simpler "at the table" questions for parents to use with the whole household.

The workbook is written for Christians from many church traditions, Protestant and Catholic alike. It keeps to what most Christians share and avoids the questions that divide churches.

License: personal use for one person or household. Print as many copies as you need for your own use. The Pass the Light verse cards may be printed and given away freely. Please do not resell, share or upload the files.

Who it's for

For adults who want more than a quick verse a day

Anyone ready for an honest look inward

Real questions about home, forgiveness, fear and who you are in Christ, with Scripture at the center and room to write what you actually think.

Lent, or any season

Many people use it for Lent, but there are no dates on the pages. Start on any day, and if you miss one, pick up where you left off.

Small groups and households

The six-session discussion guide has questions for groups and simpler "at the table" questions for parents to lead at home. Each person or household doing the daily pages needs their own copy.

FAQ

Questions people ask

Is anything shipped to me?

No. Instant digital download, nothing physical is shipped. You can download the files straight after checkout and print them at home or at a local print shop.

How do I get my files?

Checkout is run by Polar. As soon as your payment goes through you can download the files, and Polar emails you a link so you can come back to them later.

Can I get a refund?

Yes. 14-day refund, no questions asked. Email us within 14 days of your purchase and we will refund you in full. See our terms.

Is it therapy or a shadow work journal?

No. It borrows the depth and honesty of reflective journals, but it is a Christian devotional workbook built on Scripture and prayer. It is not therapy or counseling, and it is not a substitute for pastoral or professional care. It makes no promises about outcomes.

Which Bible translation does it use?

Key verses are printed from the World English Bible, British Edition, which is in the public domain. Longer passages are given as references, so you can read them in any Bible.

Is it for a particular church?

No. It is written for Christians across traditions, including Protestant and Catholic readers. It keeps to what most Christians share and avoids the questions that divide churches.

Do I have to do it forty days in a row?

No. If you miss a day, pick up where you left off. Many people use it for Lent, but you can start any time.

Can I use it with my small group or family?

Yes. The discussion guide has six sessions for groups and "at the table" questions for parents to use at home. Each person or household doing the daily pages needs their own copy. The leader may print the discussion guide for the group.

What is Pass the Light?

Every day ends with one small step to share the light, such as sending a verse to a friend or inviting someone to pray with you. Together we're aiming for 1,000 homes lit by Christmas. Readers of our free challenges are working toward the same goal.

Can I print pages more than once?

Yes, as many copies as you need for your own use. The license covers one person or household. The Pass the Light verse cards may be printed and given away freely.

What if a file does not open?

Reply to your Polar order email and we will help.

Please note: this is a workbook for prayerful reflection. It is not counseling or therapy, and it is not a substitute for pastoral or professional care.

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