31/03/2024
The earth trembled with the weight of the news,
"He is not here; He is risen!"
In that moment, joy erupted from despair,
Hope surged past the grip of fear,
Life triumphed over death,
Not just for that day, but for eternity.
As we celebrate the Resurrection of Christ,
We remember its profound significance,
Not just in history's pages,
But in the beating of our own hearts,
In the depths of our souls,
In the fabric of our existence.
For His rising from the grave
Was not merely a moment in time,
But a divine act that echoes through eternity,
A sacrifice that brings forgiveness,
Renewal, and peace to all who believe.
Romans 15:13 reminds us:
"Now may the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace in believing,
That you may abound in hope by the power of the Holy Spirit."
Through Jesus' resurrection, we have been given a living hope,
A hope that anchors our souls even in the most tumultuous of seas,
A hope that shines brightly in the darkest of nights,
A hope that whispers of redemption, restoration, and grace.
In the midst of life's trials and uncertainties,
This living hope remains steadfast,
A beacon of light guiding our steps,
A source of joy amidst sorrow,
A wellspring of peace that surpasses all understanding.
So today, and every day,
We celebrate the Resurrection of Christ,
For what it meant then,
And what it means for us now,
A promise fulfilled,
A love unending,
A hope eternal.
May the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace,
May you abound in hope by the power of the Holy Spirit,
And may the Resurrection of Jesus Christ
Be the foundation of your faith,
The anchor of your soul,
And the source of your everlasting hope. Amen. ☝️🙌🏼🙏