Message:
After the lockdowns, we don’t need parties. What we need is to change our spiritual life. When this has passed, we need to give God the glory because He’s giving us another chance to get it right. Another chance to forgive and love and have mercy on others. Amen? Another chance to put Him first.
Prayer:
Heavenly Father, we come to You today with hearts full of gratitude for the fresh opportunities You provide us. After enduring a season of challenges and isolation, we recognize that life cannot be defined solely by our earthly festivities and celebrations. Instead, we seek a renewal of our spiritual lives, desiring a deeper connection with You. Lord, help us to understand the significance of this moment as we emerge from our trials. Enable us to shift our focus from superficial pursuits to the more profound journey of faith, love, and service.
As we take this time to reflect, open our eyes to the essence of Your glory all around us. May we give thanks for the lessons learned during the lockdowns—for the moments of solitude that led us to seek You more earnestly, and for the reminders that true joy comes not from the world but from knowing You. You have blessed us with the gift of a new beginning, and for this, we are eternally grateful.
Lord, as we embrace this new chapter, help us to cultivate forgiveness within our hearts. Remind us that mercy is a reflection of Your love, and teach us to extend that mercy to everyone we encounter. As we strive to put You first in our lives, let our actions mirror the love of Christ, radiating compassion and understanding.
Let us seize this moment as a chance to rebuild our lives on a foundation of faith, love, and connection with others. May we come together as a community, supporting and uplifting one another, living as vessels of Your grace. Help us to inspire those around us to seek a deeper relationship with You, ultimately paving the way for transformation in our lives and in the lives of others.
We ask for Your guidance, Lord, as we navigate this journey. Illuminate our path and strengthen our resolve to honor You in all that we do. May our desire to serve others be a testament to Your loving presence within us. In Jesus’ name, we pray. Amen.
Sasha
