牧者心聲  Pastor's Message

05/10/2009


      The sacrifice Christ made for us is an act we are to remember for the rest of our lives. Not in guilt, even though we are guilty of sin, but in our utmost thankfulness, we can give our most heartfelt praise to him in all that we do. In our speech, actions, even appearance, these are all ways to display to Christ that we are His ― living sacrifices that are holy and acceptable to Him. (Romans 12.1)

      This reminds me of my recent trip to Europe and how saying “Thank You” is important in every language. Here’s a few examples: Merci. Gracias. Grazie. Danke. Děkuji. Dank U. When someone does something for you, the response is appreciation for the work they have done. It is compelling to see that the words: mercy and grace, are used as verbal ways of showing gratitude. The definitions of these words are “compassion/favor shown to someone who may or may not deserve it.”

      With Mother’s Day upon us, we are reminded once again to say “Thank You” and show other forms of appreciation to our mothers, grandmothers, and other mother figures we have had in our lives. This is the least we can do, for they have done and sacrificed so much for us. And as we do, we can also thank our Heavenly Father for our mothers as well! Amen!



      Brother Ben