We all can relate to being human and in need, regardless of our heritage or origin. We all enter the world with brokenness, no matter the status of our parents. Some of us have been shielded from many pitfalls in life because of the influence of parents and their associates. We can receive many privileges and opportunities but be impoverished in spirit by blaming others for their failures.
It all started in the Garden of Eden and continues from generation to generation, and nothing is good enough to satisfy the soul. Regardless of your upbringing, you look to point the finger of blame at someone or something. Adam pointed the finger at Eve, and Eve pointed at the serpent. We work hard at convincing ourselves that the guilty party is never us.
Why is it so easy to find blame and point the finger? Do you consider yourself living a blessed life or one filled with complaints? When you discover that it’s more common for you to grumble, complain, be irritated, be impatient, and groan, your sinful nature is ruling you. At its core, a broken life is all about selfishness, and we shrink our world down to the confines of our wants, needs, and feelings. When you put Jesus and others in the center of your world, there are plenty of things to be joyful about.
People in this fallen and broken world are again reminded of God’s great sacrifice in sending His only Son to give us everlasting life. This week, we celebrate the Holiest of weeks as we renew and realign our lives according to God’s purpose: to live eternally in His presence. We will revisit when Christ conquered death, hell, and the grave to assure all who believe in Him will have eternal life. On Palm Sunday, we gathered in the Chapel, remembering Christ’s courageous ride into Jerusalem with the certainty of His death approaching within days of His arrival.
After Christ rose from the grave, He came to them and said, “All power and authority in heaven and on earth.” Matthew 28:18
Please join us in celebrating Holy Week at the Villages Community Chapel in Cribari Auditorium this Sunday at 10 a.m. to be encouraged over the Word of Life and enjoy coffee and cookies with friends. We will be starting a new series: “Appreciating His Gift.” The chapel is where needs are met, faith is affirmed, and new friends are made. You can view our worship services on YouTube at https://villagescommunitychapel.vgcc.club
