When we look at the road ahead,
It seems dark, difficult, and dangerous.
But when we remember that the Lord goes with us,
Then we know that God will bring us through,
As long as we stay close with God and each other!
March 5, 2023 • Rev. Brian Sixbey • Psalm 121
Jesus’ resurrection happened quickly, but it took time for his disciples to understand it. Likewise, our adoption as forgiven children of God happens in an instant and yet it takes a lifetime to live into. Forgive us our impatience when we want you to “fix” us but grow weary of the hard work of transformation. Help us to become patient with You, each other, and ourselves so that you can use us as instruments of transformation for others, in Jesus’ name, Amen.
Jesus’ resurrection happened quickly, but it took time for his disciples to understand it. Likewise, our adoption as forgiven children of God happens in an instant and yet it takes a lifetime to live into. Forgive us our impatience when we want you to “fix” us but grow weary of the hard work of transformation. Help us to become patient with You, each other, and ourselves so that you can use us as instruments of transformation for others, in Jesus’ name, Amen.
Why is this night different than other nights? Because this is the night when our sin and our death passed over us and onto Jesus. So, are we here to celebrate, or mourn? We are here to mourn Jesus’ death, and celebrate his resurrection – because his death is our life, and his resurrection is our celebration!