Easter

March 2nd – Matthew 26:26-28

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Matthew 26:26-28

Holy communion is a sacred union with our Lord. It’s a reminder of His sacrifice and a call to live in His love and grace. Jesus Himself was the Author of the divine practice of communion, using bread and wine as symbols of His body and blood given for us. This act holds profound significance, representing the sacrificial nature of His death on the cross for the forgiveness of our sins. As Jesus offers the bread and wine to His disciples, He demonstrates humility and servanthood by washing their feet. He perfectly  exemplifies the selfless love and servant leadership He calls us to emulate. Through the breaking of bread and sharing of the cup, Jesus invites us to partake in His sacrifice, reminding us of His ultimate act of love and redemption. Communion is not only a symbolic remembrance but a tangible experience of Christ’s presence among us. One that invites us to humble ourselves, serve others with love, and follow His example of sacrificial love and servant-hearted leadership in our lives.

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March 30th – Psalm 126:5

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Psalm126:5

Easter is one of my favorite times of year. Because it’s a season of reflection, renewal, and rebirth. Christians around the world celebrate the death and resurrection of our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. While equally joyous Jews, celebrate the wonderful feast of Passover, thanking God for their freedom from Egypt. Both celebrations are rooted in joy and gratitude. Psalm 126 is also rooted in joy and gratitude. And contains some lessons we can reflect on as we commemorate this most holy holiday. First, is gratitude for all of God’s blessings, and how He has delivered us from past troubles. Next is perseverance in difficult times. For if we remain steadfast and persevere, God will take the seeds of our tears and make them blossom into enormous joy. Finally, trusting in God’s promises. God never goes back on His Word. So we can have faith that as our heavenly Father, God will always provide for the needs of His children.

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April 17th – John 16:22

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John 16:22

His disciples were grief stricken when Jesus told them about His approaching death. Yet in the very same breath, the Lord also gave them hope through His resurrection, that they would be seeing Him again. Sadly, living in a fallen world means pain and suffering are are a given. But through Jesus, we can have an everlasting joy no sorrow can take away. For the Lord promises to those who believe in Him, pain and suffering are temporary, as compared to the blessings offered by a life in Christ. Jesus uses the example of a woman giving birth. Her labor pain is intense, unbearable, and agonizing. But once that beautiful baby is placed in her loving arms, the pain becomes a distant memory. And in its place is a heart filled with overwhelming love, joy, and thankfulness. In this world pain and persecution will come. But when we are in Christ, and He in us, our grief will be turned to joy. A lasting joy that no one or nothing will ever be able to take away!

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April 9th – Matthew 27:22

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Matthew 27:22

The word passion comes from the Latin root word, “pati” which means to endure, or to suffer. A most fitting word to describe the last days of Jesus from the Garden of Gethsemane to His Crucifixion. In this short amount of time, (called the Passion of Christ), Jesus suffered like no other. Betrayed, falsely arrested, and tortured, the Lord was made to stand before a crowd who mere days ago were joyful at His coming, yet now stood shouting Crucify Him!” (vs. 27:22) Even though at any time He could have proven that He was indeed the Son of God and made His accusers fall at His knees, He remained silent not answering even a “single charge” (Mat 27:14) Our Lord suffered unimaginable horrors to call us His own. He gave up everything, to give us everything. And I pray that my heart remains overflowing with as much love and thankfulness every day as it is on Resurrection day.

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April 7th – 2 Corinthians 7:10

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2 Corinthians 7:10

Easter is a blessed holiday for Christians. But it’s but also a time when the interest to know Jesus is peaked for nonbelievers as well. That’s why it’s so important to pray for our loved ones. Pray that they will experience, “godly sorrow.” Godly sorrow results from a heart filled with conviction that the sins we’ve committed hurt God. Such a burning conviction produces in our hearts a godly sorrow. And as we look upon Christ who died for our sins, we are deeply grieved in spirit. Even though this can be painful, this is what we need to pray for the lost. A transformation of both their hearts and minds. Because we know that it is all for God’s loving blessings, and more importantly, eternal life!

Blessings,

Mari

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April 3rd – Philippians 3:20

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Philippians 3:20

Because we are Christians, we are not citizens of this earth, but rather just passing though. Our allegiance is to heaven and our King, Jesus Christ. But until our Savior calls us home, we are to conduct ourselves according to the teachings and commands of our Lord. Jesus directs us to act in both word and deed as the heavenly citizens we are. By forgoing worldly living, we can keep our eyes on the prize. The day Jesus returns. On that magnificent day, our Messiah comes to take us the the place He personally prepared for each of us. Where there we will dwell by His side forever with new glorified bodies. Bodies that will feel no pain, sadness, disease, sickness, or sin. And all we will know is everlasting joy and peace!

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