It started with a Donkey ride into town. Crowds lined up on both sides of the road and extended palm branches to welcome the visitor. It was a happy time. News of the healings spread quickly. Behind the scenes, some fear was swelling among the elite leaders who sensed a threat to their hold on power. They conspired to put the visitor to death before things got out of hand. It was Monday and they moved quickly to put a plan in place that would unfold later in the week.
2,000 years later, the world is once again in chaos. Crowds are banned, even in churches. An unwelcome visitor is taking lives without regard to race, religion, age or political views. The only protection we have is social distancing. I believe my best hope is to recall the week that changed everything. This is a great week to reflect on what that week did for all of us. Jesus died on a cross for all our sins. He made all things new. He conquered death. That's a big deal. Although we may not be able to celebrate the Resurrection on Easter Sunday in our houses of worship, we can remember the week that changed everything while we are in seclusion in our homes. Have a great day.
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