Happy Easter everyone! Today is an important holiday, not because of the treats and egg hunts, but because of the real reason behind today. We need to remember the resurection of Christ and look to today as a new beginning. For some who have had a rough start to their year, or maybe just a life they dont feel completely fulfilled in, now is the time to start over. Think of today as your "get out of jail" free card, or as the day you get to "pass Go".
Church was wonderful as it usually is. Steve gave a great sermon full of lessons that we should all take to heart. The best point that I took from today was "Long walk, part of gift"... this came from a story about a little boy that had given a gift to a missionary, a shell from a beach far away. When she asked the little boy about this shell, he told her, "Long walk, part of gift". This is exactly how we should think of Jesus' journey for us. A long walk... of hurt, pain, and suffering.. that eventually led to crucifixion... and this is, part of our gift from him. Forgiveness, faith, and love...A few things that I surely have needed today. When things come up that we don't understand.. or things that we question.. It's important to remember that it is out of our control.. and simply place them in God's hands. People make decisions that we can't always figure out, decisions that to us, seem selfish and un-waranted.. but once again, God will protect and heal all. Afterall, it is his will that is done...
What a wonderful gift we receive.. and it fits nicely amongst the chocolate bunnies and easter eggs that we find in our baskets.
Today marks week 17 of our pregnancy.. almost half-way there!! It's very exciting, especially feeling our little bug float and move around... reminds me that I'm truely not alone.. I enjoy having a little friend with me at all times. Next monday, April 20th, we will try to find out what little gift God has sent us, and if this gift will come wrapped in a pink or blue bow! But it's up to the little one to cooperate. Maybe this time, God will decide it is time... but if not... We will still be all smiles..
Since this is a gift from God... it doesn't matter what color bow he decides to use... as long as he wraps it up in a nice little box, disguised as baby.
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