On this Easter Sunday, we meditate upon the resurrection of Jesus Christ on the third day. All of Christianity hinges on the resurrection of Christ from the dead which validated that we have been justified before God by Jesus death, blood, and sacrifice. Then, we are saved when we keep in memory every day of the gospel of the resurrection of Jesus Christ.

It’s inevitable in this world that we will have trouble; Jesus declared as much in his final message to the disciples. However, it’s vital for the child of God to not let the trouble surrounding us in this world sink down into our hearts. We can have peace, be of good cheer and joyful, and not have a troubled heart because Jesus has overcome the world and will soon return to bring his elect children home to many mansions in the Father’s house.

We look at the amazing example of Abraham and Sarah’s faith to leave their homeland to journey to a land they didn’t even know where it was. They set the example for how we ought to live by faith in our lives as well, to live as pilgrims and strangers in this earth, pressing towards our permanent home, the city of God in heaven.

It can be overwhelming sometimes for how to begin or what task to start when we see so much that we need to do in church, work, society, etc. We look at the example of Mary who simply did what she could. She gave the very best she had to the Lord in sacrifice, in worship, and the Lord honored her sacrifice with a very godly memorial. We need to simply make a commitment to “do what we can”, to help others with our time, abilities, and finances, to serve others and honor the Lord.

How do we respond during a time of national health crisis? This morning we look at the example of King David during a time of pestilence in Israel. He places his hope and faith in God for protection and safety. God is our refuge and fortress and guard and protects his people like a mother bird protecting her helpless baby birds. We are sheltered and safe and secure under the shadow of the wings of our Almighty God.

Pastor David examines the biblical distinctions of the roles of the two offices in the New Testatment church: elders and deacons. Those who hold these offices should work together to edify and strengthen the entire body of Christ when they accept and flourish in their God appointed roles.