In the past week or so, I've received news of many people I know who are being faced with really difficult challenges. Some are suffering great loss. Others are fighting for their lives. My heart goes out to them.
As I think about them in their circumstances mingled with thoughts of our Savior, my heart is full of gratitude. Today we celebrated Easter, a day where we can remember Christ's sacrifice for each of us. It's such a comfort to me to think of Him in times like these. These great losses aren't specifically my own, but I'm glad that these great people who I know can receive strength and comfort through our Savior, Jesus Christ. I know that because He lives, we will live again. Even death is not a permanent separation because Christ conquered it! He knows all of our pains and sorrows, and He knows how to succor us. He loves us even with our weaknesses. He will walk with us step by step, and even though we will have moments in our lives that are hard and painful, we don't have to face them alone. I know that my Redeemer lives. This knowledge brings with it hope and peace in my life.
With Him by our side we can overcome all things.
Happy Easter. Let us remember Him and strive to be more as He is.
