Lenten Reflections, Day 11

Saturday, March 3rd, 2012

Written by: Rob Coble

Reading: John 11: 25-27

There is so much happening in these passages. I can’t think of anything more powerful and liberating than these words that Jesus spoke. Our reward for our stewardship and belief is eternal life, but what about life today right here on earth? My belief provides freedom from the daily grind and freedom from the struggles of staying ahead. As long as I remember to do my best and do the right thing, my belief guarantees me that I will live eternally and promises a much easier and contented life here on earth. Putting my belief first has ensured more happiness for me in this life than I could have ever imagined.

Prayer
Dear God, keep me focused on the here and now and provide me the guidance to live each and every day of my life with a smile on my face, a spring in my step, a song in my heart and an attitude of gratitude. May your gifts continue to inspire me each day of my life, today and tomorrow.

FAMILY MOMENT:

Spring is a time of new life. Flowers bloom, green leaves sprout on the trees. During the season of Lent we remember Jesus dying on the cross and rising again. This new life in Jesus gives us new life forever. Plant some flowers with your family to bring some new life to your home.

Jesus, thank you for giving us new life. Thank you for Spring! Thank you for loving us! AMEN