Today was Easter Sunday 2011. I like to refer to it as "Resurrection Sunday" simply because that says to me exactly what day and event we are celebrating. I hope that everyone enjoyed their day and I truly believe that some us "met" with our Lord today. My wife and I personally enjoy the fellowship of our entire family for church, lunch and a wonderful afternoon of fellowship with the family in our son and daughter-in-law's home.
Our Pastor shared such a "3 dimensional" picture of our Father's love that is was impossible not to see the "resurrection" in his message.
In his message he helped me to understand that even though I think I try daily (even hourly) to say or do something to present our Lord to the public "The Sacrifice Paid Was Too High" for my efforts put forth from time to time. When I dwell on that statement, it is hard not to realize how much was paid for my salvation. Over and above everything in my life, my greatest care for advancement is for the Lord Jesus Christ. I always try to bring God into every conversation day in and day out. I even have more opportunities when we go for chemo treatment. We have had several intimate Godly conversations while sharing time with these patients.
So, as we close the day on another perfect celebration of the Resurrection of our Lord, Jesus Christ my biggest concern is my thought about "The Sacrifice Paid Was Too High". Pastor used this scripture in his message: "For God so loved the world, that He gave His only begotten Son that whosoever believes in Him should not perish, but have everlasting life" (John 3:16)
Today I realized even though I feel that most of the time I put "my best foot forward" for my Lord, "The Sacrifice Paid Was Too High" for the effort I have applied. Jesus Christ is my strength, hope and life and I want to be thought of as a "warrior for Christ" when my time is done here.
Was the sacrifice too high for your efforts? How much do you want to give to your Savior?
Happy "Resurrection Sunday"
Dave
1 comment:
I had to think about that too yesterday. Am I living my life to the fullest to thank GOD, the Father, for the ultimate sacrifice He made on behalf of my sins. Yes...it was a great message. Thx Pastor Marty!
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