As we witness the blossoming of flowers and the vibrant greenery that surrounds us, let us pause to admire the handiwork of God. The heavens declare the glory of God; the skies proclaim the work of his hands (Psalm 19:1). Each bloom and every gentle breeze reminds us of His promise of renewal and the gift of life.

             Just as the earth is refreshed in this season, so too can our spirits be refreshed in His love. As we seek spiritual growth and transformation, let us take inspiration from 2 Corinthians 5:17:  Therefore, if anyone is in Christ, the new creation has come: The old has gone, the new is here! 

     This is a perfect time to nurture our spiritual lives, to grow deeper in faith, and to strengthen our connection with our Creator. Through prayer, worship, and acts of kindness, we can allow God’s love to take root in our hearts, enabling us to flourish and bear fruit in our daily lives. As Jesus said, I am the vine; you are the branches. If you remain in me and I in you, you will bear much fruit; apart from me, you can do nothing. (John 15:5).

     May is also a month to come together as a community, celebrating the bonds we share and the journey we walk together. Let us uplift one another, extending the love and compassion of Christ to all. And let us consider how we may spur one another on toward love and good deeds, not giving up meeting together, as some are in the habit of doing, but encouraging one another… (Hebrews 10:24-25). In this spirit of unity, may we find joy in fellowship, strength in our shared faith, and purpose in serving those around us.

      As we step into this season of growth, let’s embrace every opportunity to reflect God’s beauty in our words and actions. For we are God’s handiwork, created in Christ Jesus to do good works, which God prepared in advance for us to do. (Ephesians 2:10). May our lives be a testament to His grace, just as the flowers of May declare His glory in their bloom.

 

In His Service

Pastor Gene