As we experience the afterwards of our Worship, it is my hope, and perhaps yours too; that the Resurrected Christ breathes life in each of us long after this day turns into night......that the words we heard and prayed, and the chords we sang resonate in our hearts and in our spirits.
I was reflecting earlier today on a song I heard some time ago sung by musician David Phelps. It struck a chord in me and has come to mind several time lately. The words to ‘No More Night” speak of our living in a new world with Christ where all is well; where there is no more pain or sorrow….no more war or discord. In reflection, one might infer the imagery portrayed as signs of heaven or of Christ’s return.
Still, I like to think of this song in the present, where you and I are alive in Christ; resurrected in how we live our faith throughout our life journey. As if our being forgiven makes a difference in how we live and walk in the heart of God’s Grace.
I know myself this is not always an easy walk to take. I know what it means to fall and get up again, to be betrayed or feel hurt and still forgive, because I too have been forgiven. Yet the peace and joy that does surpass all understanding…..even in the midst of loss, natural disasters and pain…is so worth the commitment.
I find it hard to journey into and through Holy Week, culminating with our celebration of the Easter Vigil and/or Resurrection, and not come face to face with the deep abiding depth of God’s love for you and me.
I encourage you to listen to these two music pieces, as they speak of God's love for us, and of what it means to walk in faith as forgiven people alive in God’s Grace.
May the Resurrected Life and Love God gave and gives to you and me, live
within and through us, day by day. Jesus is Risen, He is Risen Indeed, Alleluia!
Shalom,
Susan
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