Tuesday, April 19, 2011

Thoughts on Easter




While I was in the U.K in March, two special occasions were looming – Mothers Day and the first inklings of Easter. It was pretty obvious that Mother’s Day was approaching as I saw a variety of flowers, potted flowers, perfume, cosmetics etc that were gift wrapped being advertised in many shops. Other shops had a variety of Easter eggs which brought to mind that Easter was approaching.

Back on the ground in Zim, Easter IS fast approaching and it’s time to meditate on what is important. For some, it’s the Easter eggs that matter, for others, it’s time to visit family or go on outings. While still with others, it’s party time as there are several days off work. As wonderful as that might be, Easter has more value than that: the death of our Lord and saviour Jesus Christ. For me, Easter can be summed up in two words: giving and loving. God gave his only begotten son and Jesus gave His life. This was done because of LOVE – He just loved us all so much.

Sometimes we don’t realise the hardship, pain and suffering that Jesus went through when He gave his life for us. At Crossroads we’ve decided to show the Church “The Passion of The Christ” – the Mel Gibson film. Having watched it a few times, it still has the same effect on me – that someone could go through so much because He loved me. It’s heartbreaking and heart wrenching and draws me closer to Jesus. Preaching about what Jesus went through is excellent, but seeing it in part, makes it more real.

Let’s give a moment this Easter and contemplate on what Jesus has done for us.

We hope that the church is blessed.








By Molly Manhanga





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