Easter Hits Different This Year

Easter: A time of remembrance, thanksgiving, and sitting/crying with Jesus. Jesus knew that his crucifixion was coming, who would betray him, and who would mourn him. Today is Maundy Thursday: the day of communion, foot washing, betrayal, and Jesus' arrest. And this week I have felt the heaviness of the trials and tribulations of life...kind of like how Jesus felt about what his life would lead to. It is incredibly comforting knowing that Jesus knows exactly how I feel. This week I have felt incredibly angry. I keep asking why life is the way it is. It was never meant to be this way. However, that is why God sent Jesus for us. To save people from their sins--so we can have the opportunity to have a relationship with God and to have eternal life. It is so nice knowing I can walk this life with Jesus and not have to be alone. Jesus walked through life feeling all the emotions we feel: anger, sadness, betrayal, joy, and mourning. This week has been a bad mental health week for me, but what a beautiful time to feel this way. I'm sure Jesus felt incredibly upset about what was going to happen: he wanted there to be a different way...however, he accepted what was to come. Knowing God is in control has been comforting. Knowing Jesus came to serve us, his disciples, and be the final sacrifice has been a good thing for me to remember this week. When I feel alone, angry, upset, or when I question, I know God is listening. And I know for a fact Jesus knows exactly how I feel. Maundy Thursday and Good Friday are days of preparation and mourning...but there is hope because the resurrection is coming. Fear may be here, but hope is coming. Remember, a lot can happen in three days. 

Lots of love, 

Lauren Williams