March Evangelical

Bye -Bye Winter!

After trekking through to the other side of the frosty months we’re peeking around the corner for what we know will arrive; flowers, warmth and growth. March could justifiably be named ‘the month of optimism’ for although we wake up to all-day showers we’re satisfied.

It’s not snow.

Spring is on it’s way.

When I was going through a particularly difficult time, our own Pastor Jim walked by me and quietly said the four most comforting words I’ve ever been offered;

“This too will pass.”

Such a simple truth that sometimes seems so difficult to remember!

'This too will pass.'

March is a month of cold rain and messy mud puddles. It’s a transition month, taking us from the inconveniences of ice and snow to the pleasures of fragrant breezes and budding trees.

And although ‘this too shall pass’ is not a direct quote from our Bibles, it is certainly a biblical theme. When Christ was being mocked and beaten He looked to the greater purpose and knew,

‘these trials will pass’.

When He sat at Gethsemane praying for strength Jesus was visited by an angel. I think it’s safe to assume the angel didn’t highlight the details of the anguish Jesus was going to face but

the triumph after the pain;

and Christ was strengthened.

March is here! Winter is almost behind us and Spring is on it’s way! If you’re not a natural optimist get some practice this month. Look past the rain to the fresh breeze that follows.

Skip over the puddles and be glad the ice is gone. Allow the truth behind ‘this too will pass’ to get you to the other side of your trials and more greatly appreciate the triumphs that inevitably follow.

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