Mother Ascension

Sunday, as the first day of the week, is when Jesus conquered death and rose from the grave. In memory of this, the early church met on Sunday and the practice has continued for 2000 years. In some sense, it replaced the Jewish Sabbath day. It isn't quite the same, but not something I'll dive into for this post. Most Christians rest on Sunday and use it for a break before returning to work. However, some Sundays end up being busier than a work day.

Today is Mother's Day, the time set aside to recognize mothers and all they do. Mothers have the extreme privilege, and challenge, of helping to raise the next generation. One child can grow up to make major changes in the world, for good or bad, and the early years of a child's life are when they need to be taught correctly. I'm very thankful for my mom not only in how she raised me, but also everything she continues to do to support me so that I can remain active and live at home.

In the first chapter of Acts, we read that Jesus was on earth 40 days after His resurrection and then ascended to the Father. This year, ascension day was May 9, making today ascension Sunday as well. This is an event that has fallen off of many church calendars, but is something we can't forget. Jesus said He would return in the same way He left, but as a judge for all people. As that day continues to come closer, we need to be sure we are doing God's work and serving Him in every part of life.

Finally, I also preached this morning. It was at a local church, but it still requires extra work in the morning to get me ready and then setting up what I need at the church itself. Part of our afternoon also will consist of visiting my one grandmother who lives in a care facility.

With all this going on, it makes for a busy day in the quad life. By the time evening comes, my family will be ready to sit and relax. Even though it makes for a long day, I'm thankful I still have a mother and grandmother to recognize and the freedom to openly worship God and His gifts. Some day, none of this may be possible, and it is good to not neglect the gifts we've been given.