I don't know about you, but it seems like it has been really hard to focus on the important things during this Easter season.
Maybe it's because we are celebrating so early this year.
Maybe it is the way Christianity has been so marginalized in our society.
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| Easiest wreath ever...scraps, foam wreath form, glue gun...done. |
Maybe it is the snow we had last week after the calendar said it was spring.
Maybe it is the unseasonably cold temps.
Maybe it is my cold heart.
Last weekend we were blessed to go to Winter Jam 2013 with our oldest granddaughter and some other adults and kids from our church. What a concert!
We heard fantastic, uplifting music from 10 different artists over a period of 5 hours. Most of that time we were on our feet, dancing and singing our hearts out.
Sidewalk Prophets, New Song, Jamie Grace, Toby Mac, to name just a few.
It was such a joy to watch our little girl at her first real concert-to see her laughing and singing and dancing.
Hopefully, she will remember that it is perfectly possible to have a wonderful time without alcohol, drugs, or filthy language.
My heart was most touched by Matthew West, an Illinois native, who attended this same concert series as a kid and realized that he should use his talents to glorify his Savior. He shared some stories of people who had experienced terrible things and how, through the love of Christ, they were able to forgive and go on. And we have to also.
We simply MUST forgive.
It is for our own good.
I am so very thankful that I have been forgiven,
that I don't have to work my way to heaven-my salvation is not based on my being good, or following rules.
I am so thankful that Jesus paid it all.
May I never take it for granted.
Wishing you and your family a blessed Resurrection Sunday!
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I am hoping that you have a truly blessed Easter.
ReplyDeleteAmen, Susan- That was beautifully written. It is so heartfelt and I am right there with you- xo Diana
ReplyDeleteSusan this is so beautifully written. All I can say to it is 'Amen'. The concert sounds like a wonderful experience for your family.
ReplyDeleteYou as well Susan....It is so important to slow down and focus on the meaning of Easter. Your wreath is WONDERFUL!!! Beautiful post!
ReplyDeleteThanks for your sweet comment on my blog! You are so right! The dear lady I was referring to could very well be in the most productive part of her life. God can do amazing things!!!
ReplyDeleteI'm thinking we're in the same part of the world since you mentioned Winter Jam. ;) Im near Chicago~ what about you? If you do reply I hope I don't miss this and if you could reply at my blog I'd be most appreciate!
have a great day!
You "penned" your thoughts beautifully in this post. You shared with us so many true thoughts about the Christian faith that we should never take for granted.
ReplyDeleteI'm glad you enjoyed your time spent with family at the Christian concert. You were blessed to be able to share in such fellowship.
May you and your family have a delightful Easter Sunday.
Blessings!
Lovely pictures. Have a wonderful weekend!
ReplyDeleteHappy Easter!
ReplyDeletegreat post
ReplyDeletei hope your family has a lovely easter weekend
brett
Beautifully said Susan. I am going to be reading your post again because it is a message I need to remember on this Good Friday evening. Thank you for coming to my blog today...I'm so glad our paths crossed and look forward to knowing you better.
ReplyDeleteHave a blessed Easter.
xo
Karen
What an awesome post. Thank you for reminding me to slow down and savor the reason for our celebration.
ReplyDeleteohhh yes this cold weather and all the things going on...I had to really push to pull into the Lord and sit with and remember His sacrifice...
ReplyDeleteI really could use some HEAT now! :0)
What a lovely post, Susan! Yes, how thankful I am that Jesus paid it all! Your pictures were a delight to look at - thank you for sharing!
ReplyDeleteHugs,
Stephanie