Who am I? A wife for almost 40 years. A mom for over 36 years. A sister and a friend, of course. Each of these help describe me. But, even more, I have been a Christian since accepting Him as my Savior when I was 12 years old and, this truth defines each area of my life. I have enjoyed some mountain top experiences but have been through some very deep valleys as well. Valleys of incredible grief and even pits of depression. However, most of my days are ordinary, routine kind of days. But in every one of my days, God has been faithful. He has walked with me whatever the day. He strengthens, comforts, encourages and blesses me with life "most abundant."

A favorite life verse: The thief cometh not, but for to steal, and to kill, and to destroy: I am come that they might have life, and that they might have it more abundantly. John 10:10

Why do I write? Though not quite as private as my dad, I am definitely my father's daughter. I find it difficult to share. And to let others in. But I do love to write. I love to put words into sentences and sentences in paragraphs that help express my thoughts. I hope my words help me share my heart. Share the life that God has given me and all that He has done for me and through me. I write with the hope of giving Him at least a bit of the glory He is due.

A verse to guide my writing: That the trial of your faith, being much more precious than of gold that perisheth, though it be tried with fire, might be found unto praise and honour and glory at the appearing of Jesus Christ. I Peter 1:7

Victory is Mine Because of the Resurrection

Posted on By jennifer

It’s Good Friday.  Such a heartbreaking day when you consider it.  The day we remember Christ’s crucifixion.   The utter hopelessness that it entails.  Not just complete sadness but the fear – the dread for the future – that those at the foot of the cross must have sensed.

Our days can also easily be filled with anxiety – even a sense of dread, at the very least fear, for the future.  If I am honest, I have found myself much more anxious these first months of 2021 than I did all of last year.  Certainly, some of my anxiety is unmerited, or without a real cause; however, it is not hard to make a case that we live in troubling times.  Days that lend themselves to doubt and to fear.

Oh, but the cross was not the end of all hope.  Because Sunday is coming!!  Resurrection Day – Christ’s conquering death and leaving behind an empty tomb!  When Christ arose, He offered us fresh hope.  All the hope, the confidence, and the strength we would need to face our tomorrows.  And today!!  There is no reason for despair.  No need to feel anxious.  We can claim all the promises of God – evidenced and proven that morning at the empty tomb.

“…..Fear not ye: for I know that ye seek Jesus, which was crucified.
He is not here: for he is risen, as he said.”

Matthew 28:5b-6a (emphasis mine)

Have a wonderful weekend remembering the resurrection.  Celebrating Easter!  I pray the impact and real meaning of Easter will not be lost amid all the fun – the colorful, fluffy, and yummy parts – of the day…..and that Christ’s victory over sin and death that day will continue to fill your hearts with joy, confidence, and peace!!  Happy Resurrection Day, my friends!!

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Comments (2)

  1. Amen. Had such hopes for 2021 but January and February just felt like reruns of 2020. March was better. I am a feeling hopeful for April. We returned to church in person last week. Looking forward to Easter Sunday service. Enjoy your day.

  2. I hope you had a wonderful Resurrection Day. It was quiet around my house again this year, but hoping that next Easter will be more lively! 🙂

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