Christine Hebert, MSG Chaplain
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By Clay Collins, Guest Columnist
I guess there is no such thing as a permanent retirement. Our State Chaplain recently contacted me and asked me to fill in for her this month as she had some other pressing business to take care of. Being a good Granger and a man of my word, I said of course I would be delighted. I hope you enjoy!
“He is not here: for He is risen, as He said. Come see the place where the Lord lay.”
Matthew 28:6
As I write this column, it is one day past Easter Sunday. All the Easter eggs are found and candy is devoured, family dinners are finished, and family and friends have gone home.
Now what? Do we go back to what we were doing before Easter with no thought to what the resurrection really means? Think about what Christ endured that last week of His life.
The weight of the cross that He had to carry could represent all of our problems. The crown of thorns could represent our lies, indiscretions, and deceitfulness. He died for our sins. All He asks of us is that we don’t turn our backs to Him.
All He asks of us is that we live our lives for God. When we are faced with people needing help, we need to lend a hand with no expectations of reward. I am sure you can come up with other examples of things you can do to make life better for the unfortunate. Remember, when things look darkest for you, there are others worse off. May we always have compassion for our fellow man.
I leave you with this: Remember that Jesus forgave us our sins! We should try to do the same!
Until we meet again, I continue to pray for good health for you and yours, and remember, “Be well, do good work, and keep in touch.”
Don’t forget to thank a veteran for his/her service in the defense of our country and their safe return to their families! Amen
Benediction:
Gracious Father, thank you for your gift of everlasting life. May we be grateful for your gift. “He is not here: for He is risen, as He said. Come see the place where the Lord lay.” (Matthew 28:6) Amen.
May the sun shine all day long,
Everything go right, and nothing wrong.
May those you love bring love back to you,
And may all the wishes you wish come true.
Irish Blessing
Hi Clay, Great Job! You are a true Granger and a dear friend. Thank you for filling in for me.