U MATTERS
Today is Maundy Thursday - the night we commemorate that Jesus was betrayed. As we move into the heaviness of Good Friday let’s pause and remember the cross. Let’s remember the sacrifice, the obedience, the pain and the suffering of Jesus. Let’s remember the love of God –“For God so loved the world that He gave His only Son, so that everyone who believes in him may not perish but may have eternal life.” John 3:16
Scholars remind us of the ironies of the cross -
- The man who is mocked as King - is king
- The man who is utterly powerless - is powerful
- The man who can’t save himself - saves others
- The man who cries out in despair - trusts God
As we prepare to celebrate this Easter weekend may we do so with the hope and knowledge of the risen Lord. I am reminded of Tony Campolo’s famous Easter sermon “It’s Friday but Sunday’s Coming.”
Blessings, Pastor Michele