Dear Sisters and Brothers in Christ
With great power the apostles gave their testimony to the resurrection of the Lord Jesus, and great grace was upon them all (Acts: 4:33) I had a lot of fun this past week. I especially enjoyed spending a few minutes with the children who were in church on Easter Sunday morning. They bring such curiosity and joy with them when they participate. Ah, that we could all approach this Season of Easter w/ such anticipation, laughter, and excitement.
Our church is at its best when we celebrate the truth and grace of Jesus the Christ's resurrection. We probably learn more about ourselves and our need for God's love during Holy Week but it is in our response to God's victory over death and suffering when and where we proclaim the fact that Jesus is The Risen Lord and we are forever transformed by his triumph.
Perhaps we can all practice our faith like Kalle Kent (pictured left) and the other children did at our Easter Day Egg Hunt. Life is full of opportunities to live like Resurrection believers. We can offer thanks when we discover something new and wonderful. We are disciples when we share newfound gifts with strangers and neighbors alike. We should come together and proclaim in word, song, prayer and sacrament, our thanksgiving for Jesus the Christ's sacrificial love and ever-abiding peace. Easter-tide (The days between now and the Day of Pentecost - April 8th - May 26th) provides 50 days to inquisitively seek and share the Good News of Christ's resurrection. Try giggling with God a little bit. Race out on to the grass of life with the assurance that God is running alongside of you. Blissfully listen to some music or some other source of encouragement that brings you closer to yourself and to the Risen Lord. Heck - go to, watch, or listen to a Reds game and thank God when they get a hit. Whatever you do ... be present with a joyful heart and a gracious soul - Christ is Risen ...It's supposed to be fun! Blessings Along The Way, Jim+ |
