Monday, March 27, 2023

 Dear Brothers and Sisters in Christ,

As we approach Palm Sunday, I am reminded of the joyous occasion when Jesus made His triumphal entry into Jerusalem. The crowds cheered and waved palm branches, shouting "Hosanna to the Son of David! Blessed is he who comes in the name of the Lord!"

But as we reflect on this event, we must also remember that the same crowds who welcomed Jesus with open arms would later turn against Him and demand His crucifixion. It is a sobering reminder of the fickleness of human nature and the importance of staying true to our faith even in the face of adversity.

As we enter Holy Week, I encourage each of you to take time to reflect on the sacrifice that Jesus made for us on the cross. Let us remember the agony that He suffered, the weight of our sins that He bore, and the love that compelled Him to lay down His life for us.

Let us also remember that the story does not end with the crucifixion. Three days later, Jesus would rise from the dead, conquering sin and death once and for all. This is the hope and joy that we celebrate on Easter Sunday.

As we journey through this Holy Week, let us keep our eyes fixed on Jesus, the author and perfecter of our faith. May we be strengthened by His love and grace, and may our hearts overflow with gratitude for all that He has done for us.

Yours in Christ,

[Bill ]

Thursday, March 23, 2023

 Good Moring Church Family,

I write to you on this new day, filled with hope and promise for all of us. As we begin this new day, let us take a moment to reflect on the blessings that we have received and express our gratitude for all that we have.

It is often easy to get caught up in the difficulties and challenges of life, but we must remember that each new day brings with it a new opportunity for growth and renewal. We must approach each day with a sense of optimism and faith in the goodness of the world around us.

As we move forward into this new day, let us remember the teachings of our faith and the principles that guide us. Let us strive to be kind and compassionate to those around us, even in the face of adversity. Let us seek to be a source of light and hope in a world that can sometimes feel dark and uncertain.

May this new day bring with it renewed strength and purpose, and may we all be inspired to make the most of the time that we have been given. May we continue to work towards building a community that is grounded in love and compassion, and may we always remember that together we are stronger than we could ever be alone.

In closing, I would like to offer a prayer for all of us as we begin this new day:

"Dear God, we thank you for the gift of this new day. May we be filled with your grace and your love, and may we find the strength to face whatever challenges may come our way. Help us to be a source of hope and encouragement to those around us, and guide us always towards the path of righteousness. Amen."

May God bless you all.

Bill

Wednesday, March 22, 2023

 Dear Children of God

Jesus loves us unconditionally. His love is not based on our performance or achievements. Instead, He loves us simply because we are His children. In the Gospel of John, Jesus says, "As the Father has loved me, so have I loved you" (John 15:9). This means that the love Jesus has for us is the same love that the Father has for Him. It is a perfect, unchanging, and eternal love.

Jesus demonstrated His love for us by dying on the cross for our sins. The Apostle Paul wrote, "But God demonstrates his own love for us in this: While we were still sinners, Christ died for us" (Romans 5:8). Jesus willingly gave His life as a sacrifice for our sins so that we could be forgiven and reconciled to God.

Jesus also loves us enough to discipline us when we need it. Hebrews 12:6 says, "For the Lord disciplines the one he loves, and he chastens everyone he accepts as his son." Just as a loving parent disciplines their child for their own good, Jesus disciplines us to help us grow in faith and holiness.

Finally, Jesus loves us with an everlasting love. Jeremiah 31:3 says, "I have loved you with an everlasting love; I have drawn you with unfailing kindness." Jesus' love for us is not temporary or fleeting. It is a love that lasts forever.

In summary, Jesus loves us unconditionally, demonstrated His love by dying on the cross for our sins, disciplines us for our own good, and loves us with an everlasting love. As we meditate on these truths, we can respond to His love with gratitude, obedience, and devotion


Sincerely, Bill

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