Joy and Peace

Jesus is risen; what joy that thought brings!

He lives in our hearts as our own King of Kings.

We need not fear death but can have hope and peace

for He is God's Son, and His love will not cease.

The sacrifice made leads the way to salvation

of all who believe, for each generation.

A song of thanksgiving and joy gladly raise

as we offer our hearts in grateful praise.

Wishing you a beautiful and blessed Easter as we celebrate Christ's resurrection and the new life we have with Him forever!

Spring's Resurrection

 

In spring the resurrection from winter’s cold tomb

Brings new life once again as flowers start to bloom.

All creation sings a joyous song of spring

As renewal of life brings fresh life to everything.

The earth’s crust is cracked by a hidden power,

And what emerges is a stem, leaf and flower.

The icy grave of winter where no life can be seen

Transforms into a vibrant, living carpet of green.

Fresh hope arrives with the springtime air

So our lives that once had seemed lifeless and bare,

Like the earth to which fresh life returns,

Can find the renewal for which the soul yearns.

Spring’s resurrection coincides with Easter too –

All life that has ended God is able to renew.

Christ conquered death, there’s no longer separation,

And we can join in singing the song of creation.

Excerpt from A Symphony of Seasons by Connie Arnold 

Wishing you a wonderful, blessed Easter and beautiful spring!