Christ's Love Compels Us

For Christ’s love compels us, because we are convinced that one died for all, and therefore all died. And he died for all, that those who live should no longer live for themselves but for him who died for them and was raised again. — 2 Corinthians 5:14-15

This Easter week we are reminded of Christ's love for us.

Compelling us because we are convinced that He paid the price for all.

Jesus died for everyone.

So those of us who live no longer live for ourselves.

We now live for Jesus, who died for us and came alive again.

And now reigns in heaven, sitting at the right hand of God.

Christ's Love Compels Us

For Christ’s love compels us, because we are convinced that one died for all, and therefore all died. And he died for all, that those who live should no longer live for themselves but for him who died for them and was raised again. — 2 Corinthians 5:14-15 

Jesus died for our sins.

I'm convinced that He died for me and for all people.

He made that great sacrifice so that we who live would no longer live for ourselves.

Instead we live for Jesus, who died for us on the cross.

But He didn't stay dead.

Rather, He rose again on the third day and now lives in heaven.

Christ's love compels us!

Christ Died for the Ungodly

You see, at just the right time, when we were still powerless, Christ died for the ungodly. Very rarely will anyone die for a righteous person, though for a good person someone might possibly dare to die. — Romans 5:6

Christ died for all of us.

Before we knew Him, God knew us personally.

He calls us by name.

Christ died for me while I was still a sinner.

And I am grateful.

Last night we went to  a Chris Botti concert with friends.

Chris used to play trumpet with Sting.

Now he does tours with his own musicians.

One of the things I appreciate about him is his professionalism in working with other musicians, letting them take center stage.

He also told the security guard not to worry about asking people to put away their phones.

It was OK for them/us to record songs and take photos during the concert.

Very fun evening.

Lord of Both the Dead and the Living

Whether we live or die, we belong to the Lord. For this very reason, Christ died and returned to life so that he might be the Lord of both the dead and the living. — Romans 14:8-9

During this season of Lent, we remember Christ's death and resurrection.

We belong to the Lord.

We have been adopted into His family.

For our sake, Christ died and came alive again.

Jesus did this so we would be able to live with Him forever.

He is Lord of the dead as well as of the living.

Today Abby got a letter from PLNU that she is eligible for a COVID vaccine since she is doing fieldwork in a middle school as a counselor.

We are thankful for God's mercy and grace.

Jesus Died and Rose Again

We believe that Jesus died and rose again, and so we believe that God will bring with Jesus those who have fallen asleep in him. — 1 Thessalonians 4:14

Jesus is our Savior.

He died and rose again for us.

So we believe that God will bring us with Jesus.

And God will bring with Jesus those who have died in Him.

One day we will live in heaven with our Savior.

In the meantime, we will tell others about Him so they, too, can join us there.

 

Christ Returned to Life

For this very reason, Christ died and returned to life so that he might be the Lord of both the dead and the living. — Romans 14:9

Kirk Golfing Torrey Pines

On Monday Kirk went golfing with friends at Mission Bay.

Last week they went to Torrey Pines and he had a good day.

He met with his golf instructor on Thursday and really did well, hitting some very impressive shots.

The lessons really seem to be paying off.

Our neighbor Stan took this great photo of Kirk at Torrey Pines.

What a beautiful day!
 

Christ's Love Compels Us

For Christ’s love compels us, because we are convinced that one died for all, and therefore all died. And he died for all, that those who live should no longer live for themselves but for him who died for them and was raised again. — 2 Corinthians 5:14-15

On Saturday I finally had enough hair for a haircut.

At least a mini one — just a trim around the ears.

It has come in much more curly than it used to be.

If it grows about a half inch a month, I may actually have something like bangs in another 3 months.

Tomorrow I'll go in to the office without a hat.

That will be first time since mid-March 2019.

On my walk this morning with two friends, I showed off my hair in public for the first time.

Jen started crying, she was so excited for me.

God has seen me through this past year and has overwhelmed me with his blessings.

My friends and family members have been and continue to be my greatest supporters. 

Christ's love compels us.

Christ Died for Us

God demonstrates his own love for us in this: While we were still sinners, Christ died for us. — Romans 5:8

Today Abby is up at Forest Home Christian Conference Center with our middle school youth as one of their counselors.

She has a room that looks like one from a hotel. They even provided the towels.

Kirk and I told her — that's our kind of camping!

The middle schoolers love having her as their counselor.

She is lots of fun, but also points them toward Jesus.

This afternoon she will be driving the students back from Forest Falls.

Everyone will be worn out and will rest well tonight.

We are thankful for wonderful get-aways and a chance to be renewed and get closer to God.