As we consider the Resurrection, we are often tempted to allow it to be a remembrance without relevance. We like to think back to what was happening then and how dramatic and amazing it was. There is nothing wrong with that and the words of Jesus to remember are clearly an instruction. But the point of remembering was not nostalgia but that our remembrance would impact us today.

Living for today is often thought of as a “Don’t worry be happy” kind of lackadaisical approach to life. That is not what I think of. I think of making the most of every day. Living for today means that I have this moment, so passionately grabbing onto it and living into it. I will admit not everyday is one where we feel much like living that way. When you have the flu or need to clean the moss off your roof, making the most of the day does not seem very passionate.   Sometimes the constant grind of work can take it out of you as well. But those are exactly the times we need to remember the Resurrection.

The Resurrection changes everything and it especially changes how we live for today.   When we embrace its reality and all that means, it will change every day of our life from that point forward. If you know what I mean then smile and remember the Resurrection today! If you don’t know what I mean, come to church tomorrow and find out!

God bless,

Pastor Chris