Happy Easter :)

I know this is so random, but I can't help but express how thankful I am for our church and our members that make up the body. The fact that we can come to church so freely and listen to God's word with our fellow brothers and sisters on a consistent basis is so amazing. Why us? Why are we so blessed with this privilege? I initially felt so guilty for always abusing this great privilege, but today's message was a great reminder to me that living a life of guilt is such a horrible way to live. If we believe in the resurrection of Jesus Christ, we no longer have to live in our guilt and shame. We can live a life of freedom and joy knowing that all our sins have been paid for.

Even as soon as I left church and carried on with my usual Sunday afternoon routine, I started to feel overwhelmed by guilt for a variety of things that I haven't done or shouldn't have done..but I thank God that I was able to stop myself from feeling this way when it started to really intensify. This sense of guilt is very powerful to the point where it paralyzes me from doing anything. It is such a horrible way to live life. I know this is an issue that I will continue to struggle with. But may I be able to humble myself in those moments and come to God instead of allowing this guilt to overpower me.

I thank God that He is so patient with me and continues to teach me the same truth over and over and over again through prayer, His word, His people, His church..... God is truly so good.