Here we are on the cusp of Holy Week. I don’t know why, but I always have complicated emotions when it comes to Easter. At Christmas there is a lot of anticipation, celebration, and excitement. There is a big build up to Jesus arriving. We can wrap our heads around a baby being born, we see that in the world around us, we understand what that means. How can we wrap our heads around death on a cross?
Holy week carries with it an opportunity to slow down for a moment to reflect on what Jesus really did for us. Have you paused to actually think about the gift of life you were given?
This year we want to give you a moment to immerse yourself in Holy Week. It can be hard to slow down, but make that your goal this year to truly take it all in. Tomorrow we will start sharing devotionals that will encourage you and give you the opportunity to reflect as the week goes along. Each devotional will include a special daily audio drama to truly put you in the time of Jesus. We hope you share it with a friend.
Here are a few other ways you can participate:
- Text EASTER to 89419. You will receive text messages in-real-time starting Palm Sunday so you can walk with Jesus’ during his final days. You’ll live the Easter story as if it were happening in the moment.
- Tune in daily for stories and music that will point you to Jesus and help you focus on him during your busy days. You can listen via your smart speaker, download our app, stream online or via your car radio. We go where you go!
- Listen to our Discover Jesus series on Purposely Equipped. It is a podcast with local pastors that will inspire you and deepen your faith walk.
- Head to church. Don’t have a church community? You can find one on our church directory! Already have a church, invite a friend to join you.
You don’t have to do everything, but make a point to do one thing this Easter that will bring you closer to Jesus. We hope these resources help you do just that.
I’m praying for you today and asking God to stir your heart. I want you to know the power of his love, and the power of his gift of salvation. Don’t wait another day to say YES to Jesus.
Happy Easter!
-Rebecca
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