Weighting - Isaiah 40:31

They that wait upon the Lord shall renew their strength – Isaiah 40:31

Easter was different yesterday. Usually, it’s the busiest Sunday in local churches. Fanfares and feasts, handbells and hymns, crowded sanctuaries and Christ-centered services are all part of the worship at many congregations. So, yesterday was different – most of us stayed at home and watched online services, produced by church members and pastors to help all of the people have a holy day.

And it worked. We were more focused on what happened on the First Easter instead of worrying about what’s going on now. We heard the Resurrection narrative and met Christ in a way that some of us have never contemplated before. Christ came across the bandwidth of our phones, laptops, PCs, and TVs in ways that months ago we never dreamed of happening. Jesus joined us in our homes and quietly quarantined Himself in our hearts.

I think that when we look back to this time, we may see something sacred happening to the Church. Instead of harassing ourselves with holy busy-ness, we will have rediscovered the forgotten path of spiritual awareness. I don’t know about you, but I feel more connected to God this morning than I have in the past – usually, on the Monday after Easter I’m totally exhausted and need to rest. This year, I feel recharged and I’m eager to begin a new journey of faith. This mandatory waiting time has become a meaningful ‘weighting’ time where God has added depth to my spirit and purpose for what remains of life.

I guess that today’s verse from Isaiah perfectly describes what I hope many among us are feeling: They that wait upon the Lord shall renew their strength.

Q: How did Easter affect me spiritually yesterday?

Prayer: Lord Jesus, yesterday we met You risen from the dead; today, we greet You among us as we wait now; and tomorrow, we’ll still be following the path that You have newly created within and around us. Thank You, Lord. Amen.