Lent 2026 Week 4 with Hosanna Wong

Hosanna Wong's 'I Have a New Name' is a spoken-word declaration drawing on Scripture to affirm the identities God bestows on believers, such as friend, chosen, masterpiece, and child. The piece was written out of a season of identity loss and uses concise, scripture-rooted lines to counter shame and remind listeners of their worth in Christ. Performed widely by Wong, it blends poetic cadence with direct biblical references to encourage listeners to remember what God says about them. Though primarily a performance piece rather than a traditional book, it has been recorded and shared as a poem and video to reach a broad audience. The work functions as a ministry tool, offering comfort and reclamation for those struggling with identity and shame.

In Uncomplicate It, Hosanna Wong invites readers to drop unrealistic expectations about spiritual life and to discover personalized, practical ways to connect with God. Drawing on more than a thousand conversations, personal stories, and biblical insight, she identifies common roadblocks (busyness, distractions, grief, shame, silence, expectations) and offers shortcuts for encountering God in everyday life. The book emphasizes that personality, season, and context are gifts from the Creator and can be pathways to flourishing spiritually. Through anecdotes, questions about one’s 'soil' and 'vision,' and actionable suggestions, Wong helps readers craft sustainable rhythms for spiritual growth. Overall, the book reframes spiritual disciplines as flexible, relational practices tailored to each person’s unique life.