A Note From Pastor Mark

Every year we are privileged to celebrate the resurrection of Jesus. We are privileged to live resurrection!

The forty days of Lent is time spent in reflection. We reflect on our own journey. We repent for the pain we have caused and the ways we’ve become separated from God. We remember the darkness and sorrow of the crucifixion, and we become intentional about living resurrection.  As has been suggested over these past few weeks, we consider what one thing we can add, change, or let go of in order to walk more closely with Jesus.

When Jesus calls us, it’s personal. He pays an incredible price to give us the gift of living resurrection. We can live each day filled with love, and pass on that love to those around us.  We can live each day walking in his footsteps. We can see life open like a blossom around us. We can let the unexpected bless our day. We can lean on the guidance of the Holy Spirit, so that our eyes are open to the world God wants us to see.

Remember, Jesus does not call us to live in the darkness of his death or to live in fear of what may never happen.

As you reflect on your life as a Christian, can you see the growth spurts? Do you recognize times of struggle and the gifts you received as you healed?

Are you thankful for the lives of your children, grandchildren, siblings, friends

and extended family who care for and love you?  Do you remember how they have graced your life? Do you take the time to hold them up in daily prayer, and ask God to meet their daily need? This is how we live resurrection.

As Easter people, we do not have to live in the fear that the disciples  experienced, because we are lucky enough to read the next part of the story, and experience the resurrection. Even in the midst of our own fear and sadness, we can look to the promise of the empty tomb. We can live resurrection!

So, what are we waiting for? Let’s live resurrection as we step into the rhythm of grace Jesus provides, and dance with the Spirit in God’s Kingdom today.  I look forward to our Easter celebration together!

Grace and Peace to You!
Pastor Mark

Email Pastor Mark:  pastormark@sotpmail.com