Often when we do not understand something , we move into a place of fear. As we reflect on those confusing days following Jesus’ death, no one knew what was happening and they were all scared to death. That’s where we find the disciples, locked up in fear. But this is why it is important for us to understand all the gifts Easter has to offer. If you missed last week’s blog, we discovered through Mary at the […]
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You know, after Jesus’ death, a lot of those closest to him were left feeling confused and grief stricken. We would have been the same way. But Jesus’ death ushers in something new, something miraculous. Just when we thought Easter was over, Jesus shows up and helps us understand the gifts of Easter. Let’s back up. Two weeks ago, we discovered wonder as our gateway to God. As Jesus revealed himself to the women at the empty tomb, […]
Maybe you think Easter is over and it is time to move on. But if we are going to fully understand the gifts of Easter, we need to look at what Easter is all about. Jesus has some incredible gifts He wants to give us, if we will accept them. Last week, we discovered wonder as our gateway to God. The week before that, we learned our last breath here is our first breath there, making the veil between the […]
With a slower approach to Lent this year, i have discovered a newness to Easter. Often, in my haste, I miss so much. But I wonder, what comes after Easter? As we continue in that slowness, reclaiming what we might have lost or missed, let’s begin to wonder. On that first Easter morning, we find those closest to Jesus, not joyful, but confused. As we watch them, they begin to wonder and something miraculous happens. God shows up, […]
From his first breath until his last, Jesus teaches us how to live and how to die. This is why Lent is so important. Slowing down brings significance to each moment, transforming them into precious memories. Today, as we draw near to the cross, may we begin to understand the importance of every breath and the ultimate gift He gave us. Luke 23:44-46 says; “It was now about noon, and darkness came over the whole land until three in […]
As we draw closer to Easter, God keeps showing us why Lent is so important. Last week, we discovered the possibility of resurrection. This week, we find ourselves eating with Jesus at the Last Supper. These are the tenets of our faith, found in the last days of His life. If you missed the previous week’s Lessons of Lent, check them out below; Week 1; Why is Lent so important? Week 2; Preparation Week 3: Give, Pray, Fast […]