2020 #14 April 6

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The Cross Marks the Spot

In Taiwan, a red cross on the outside of a building helps people identify the location as a Protestant church.  To the average person, the church is an organization that helps people in the community.

But as Christians, the cross is much more.

  • It marks the spot in history when the penalty for our sins was paid.
  • It reminds us of Jesus suffering in order to being healing into our lives.
  • It is a symbol of our salvation.
  • It is where we died with Christ so that we can rise with Him in newness of life

This week we will have a unique Good Friday.  It is the designated day each year to remember the cross and the Christ who died on it.  Current societal happenings mean that many people will have additional time this year to reread the story and reflect on its significance in their own lives.

Even when facing social isolation, we are blessed because Our Saviour faced the greatest isolation in order to save us.

Simplifying Life

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Praise and Prayer

  • We had hoped to do much more, but will celebrate Easter this year with small gatherings of masked believers on Good Friday evening and Easter Sunday morning.  It is too important an event to do nothing!
  • This past weekend the Taiwanese had a long weekend to permit people to remember ancestors.  By doing this they maintain and strengthen family relationships.  Unfortunately there was a segment of the population who opted to add some recreation at certain tourist destinations.  The resulting crowds mean that people are wondering if we will see an outbreak of sickness within the next couple of weeks.  Please pray for God’s mercy in limiting the spread of disease in Taiwan and other places.
  • PLEASE make wise choices so that the danger of infection is limited.  And join us in praying for God’s mercy and healing.