EASTER, A REMINDER OF GOD’S REDEEMING

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Easter is a time to reflect on the power of the resurrection. It is a reminder that death does not have the final say andthat there is always hope for new life. This is especially relevant for us as Caribbean Baptists, who have faced numerous challenges and hardship over the years. Whether it is the impact of natural disasters, economic instability, or social inequality, we have often had to contend with difficult circumstances. Yet, just as Jesus emerged from the tomb, so too can we emerge from our own challenges with a renewed sense of purpose and determination.

Through our faith in Christ, we can find the courage to persevere, the wisdom to make the right decisions, and the compassion to support one another.

Let us be mindful also of the ways in which we can share the hope of the resurrection with others. Whether it is through acts of service, acts of kindness, or acts of love, we have the opportunity to be a light in the world and to share the message of hope with the hopeless, the haplessandthehelpless.

Let us remember that Easter is not just a week-end event, but a reminder of the ongoing work thatGodisdoinginourlives.

In this edition of CBF NOTES, we have attempted to bring you Easter greetings from member bodies and in an effort to engage our brothers and sisters in non-English speaking territories, we have endeavoured to translate some of those messages into French. This is a painstaking work in progress. We hope to be able to bring you an entire edition in three languages, going forward. Prayforus!

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