Finding Hope This Easter – and Celebrating Small Victories
A Season of New Beginnings
As the days get a little brighter and spring blossoms around us, many of us are thinking about Easter. For Christians, it’s the most important time of the year – a chance to remember a story that truly changes everything. It’s about remembering Jesus’ sacrifice on the cross, a tough and heartbreaking moment. But it doesn’t end there. It’s about the incredible, unbelievable joy of Easter Sunday, when He rose again!
It’s easy to get caught up in the details, but at its heart, Easter is a message of hope. It says that even when things feel impossible, even when we’ve made mistakes, there’s always a chance for a fresh start. The Bible puts it beautifully: Isaiah 53:5 (NIV) tells us He took on our burdens, and Matthew 28:6 (NIV) shouts the good news – “He is not here; he has risen!”
That feeling of rising above… it’s powerful. It reminds us that God’s love is stronger than anything, even death. John 11:25 (NIV) says, “I am the resurrection and the life,” and that’s a promise we can all hold onto. It’s a reminder that even when life feels hard, there’s a hope that lasts beyond this world. And 1 Peter 1:3 (NIV) reminds us that through Jesus, we’re given a brand-new beginning, a living hope.
It’s okay to admit we’re not perfect. We all stumble and fall. But Easter reminds us that God knows that, and He loves us anyway. He’s patient with us, and He’s always there to offer forgiveness and a helping hand.
Speaking of new beginnings, I wanted to share about myself in our community. I have recently finished my Supply Chain Logistics Certification from Macomb Community College! I have been working towards this goal since January, and it’s a huge accomplishment.
We all should be thinking about Easter, how this helped us through the challenges: “This reminded me that we all do make mistakes, but God’s love and patience are endless. I’m so thankful I was able to stick with it and finally achieve this!”
It’s stories like these that really make you smile. It shows what can happen when you set a goal, work hard, and trust in something bigger than yourself. It’s a reminder that even small victories deserve to be celebrated.
Wishing you and your family a peaceful and joyful Easter filled with hope, love, and maybe a little bit of celebration!
In Christ’s Blessings,
Brian Byer
Our Savior Lutheran Church of the Deaf 