Passion Week

During the Easter Assembly, I have learned that no matter how harshly or severely we sin to hurt God, He will always be forgiving and gracious despite our reprehensible behaviors. As sinners, we commit sin everyday repeatedly. Therefore I believe that we shouldn't always be given a second chance. However, because God died on the cross for us to save us from our sins and because He is gracious and a God of salvation, if we acknowledge our sins and admit to Him about our wrongdoings, a second chance will always be obtainable through His command and will. The Easter Assembly was a great representation of different ways that we might want a second chance in. Whether it is spending more time with family or studying hard for a better educational future. God will always present us with opportunities that may not seem readily available, yet if we have faith in His grace, it is always there. There have been many times when I wanted a second chance and sometimes it seemed as if it was ungraspable. Through much prayer and contemplation, however, God always showed me mercy and presented me with one. For example, an inclement fight with my mother led to us not talking to each other for a long period of time. Those times were rough and I believe that God helped me to realize all the good that my mother has done for me. As a result, I prayed and got the strength and permission from God to receive a second chance at a robust relationship with my mother. Through this heart warming experience I learned that God is not only gracious but that he shows us unconditional love and wants what is best for us even though I have constantly stabbed him with my sins. In conclusion, I truly believe that this passion week is about showing our gratitude and devoting time to God for He has always and will eternally show us the same love and grace.