Yes, I know that, once again, it has been a while since I posted. I had a good reason. This is the first year in quite a few (4 or 5 maybe?) that I am actually filing my income taxes without an extension! I have to tell you, it feels pretty good. I have a final appointment tomorrow afternoon to wrap things up. WHEW! This was one of those things that Roger did himself, with me running in the background to help him pull things together. I have NOT enjoyed doing it myself, particularly the past 2 years when I was still trying to figure out what might have been in his head, or who knows where else! Not that I enjoyed it this year either, but it is getting easier. It's just another one of those things that make me realize that being a part of a team is infinitely more fun than going it alone.
But, that's not what this weekend is about anyway (although that shadow will most likely hang over many people). Tomorrow is Good Friday, a day when we remember the shame and suffering that was put upon our Lord. I simply can not comprehend the agony He suffered out of love for mankind. How can I NOT love such a Savior? He was thinking of ME (substitute your name here) even in His most agonizing moment. He had the ability to shout out to legions of awaiting angels to take Him from that cruel fate; yet, He chose to endure a horrific death - with literally the weight of the world on His shoulders - so that you and I might live.
How will I now live my life, so that I might not bring shame to the Name of Jesus Christ? How will you choose to live your life, knowing that multitudes of people are watching to see if you "walk the talk"?
What was the darkest day in the life of the believers who followed Jesus that bleak Good Friday, was replaced with the glorious discovery on Sunday morning that He had conquered death and the grave. Jesus is alive! He is as alive today as He was that Easter Sunday morning over 2000 years ago. Celebrate! Greet each other with a renewed hope that (to borrow a line from a song written by a wonderful man) "When the world says it's over.....the Master says 'No, I've just begun'".
On this blessed Easter weekend, we celebrate as no other religion in the world ever can. HE IS RISEN INDEED! and He holds us eternally
In His Grip!
Debbie
He certainly was a wonderful man, and He certainly is risen indeed!!
Margaret and Jim Smith (Northern Ireland)
Posted by: Margaret and Jim Smith | April 10, 2009 at 04:10 AM
good to hear from you, Debbie. I trust that the hope of the cross and the empty tomb will bless your heart. Jesus lives...and we will live again too!
Posted by: Whitney Cunningham | April 10, 2009 at 07:07 AM
Debbie,
Nice to hear from you. Have a great Easter!
Becky In Wisconsin
Posted by: Becky | April 10, 2009 at 09:39 AM
Debbie,
He is risen indeed. We hope that you have a Blessed Easter season. I can remember a line from an old song or sermon that I heard as a child--It is Friday, but Sunday's coming. Give our love to your family.
Henry and Peggy B.
Posted by: Peggy Bowdoin | April 10, 2009 at 04:48 PM
Dear Debbie, Praise the Lord He is risen! And as that wonderful man wrote, "I've read the end of the book and We WIN" It is good to hear from you and to know that God is holding you in His arms and leading you each day. Have a Blessed Easter and remember you are loved and prayed for. Geneva
Posted by: Geneva Speas | April 10, 2009 at 05:31 PM
Hi Debbie,
This has been a difficult week but not because of taxes (thank goodness those are done) but when Spring comes with all those beautiful flowers I struggle with allergies. The week long HEADACHE is almost over and family is coming to spend the Easter weekend.
This is such a time of mixed emotions since it is a time to remember His horrific suffering, but a time of total praise that He Lives!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Love to you and the kids,
Ann
Posted by: Ann Woodward | April 10, 2009 at 08:04 PM
Debbie,
He is Risen! Hallelujah! He is here and lives in our (believers) hearts. Have a wonderful Easter! Glad to hear from you...seems as if things are going more smoothly for you. Praise God you are in His Grip.
Love to you and yours this Easter season...
Cheryl/Lenexa KS
Posted by: Cheryl | April 10, 2009 at 09:36 PM
Have a wonderful Easter with your loved ones and we are thankful to hear that Jordan is OK. That is too close for comfort but we know Who was in control of the storm.
Love and prayers,
the Deatons
Posted by: glyndene | April 11, 2009 at 08:00 AM
Debbie, I hope that you are okay because I believe that you live near where the tornadoes hit. Please, please put a note on your blog letting us know how you and the children are doing. I've been praying & praying for you and the others who live there.
Posted by: Gail in San Jose, CA | April 11, 2009 at 10:39 AM
Hi Debbie,
Glad to see your post and to know that God not only gave us His son that we may have eternal life but it is evident that He is giving you the gift of healing. How wonderful He is that He loves us so that He is aware of all that impacts our lives.
Love and God's continued blessings,
Judy Hicks
Posted by: Judy Hicks | April 12, 2009 at 10:45 AM