RENEWAL AND SPIRITUAL EMPOWERMENT
As we draw closer to Easter, our hearts are stirred by the message of the cross—a message of renewal, power, and purpose. Easter is not just a season on the calendar. It is a call to realign our lives with the sacrifice, the suffering, and the resurrection of Jesus Christ.
A Call to Spiritual Strength
“We cannot be believers who are weak and unaware of our Savior. Many are forsaking Him at the slightest discomfort. This ought to change.”
True renewal begins with knowing Jesus deeply. Not just quoting scriptures but knowing Him personally. As the Apostle Paul passionately declared:
Philippians 3:10 – “That I may know Him and the power of His resurrection, and the fellowship of His sufferings, being conformed to His death.”
Paul had many wonderful encounters with God, but still yearned, “I want to know Him.” This should be the desire of every believer—to seek Him more than we seek money, fame, or even approval from men.
Seek Him More Than Anything
We must re-examine our time and our treasures. Where does our attention go? Who are we really pursuing?
“Seek the One who created time, yet lives outside of it.”
Seek the One who owns the world and its fullness.
Those who know God intimately walk in strength, confidence, and power. Because He lives, we can face uncertainty, sickness, and even death—unafraid.
The Power of the Cross
Jesus died not to make us religious, but to give us a new life.
“If anyone be in Christ, he is a new creation. Old things have passed away.”
Forgiveness is not a distant hope—it’s our present reality.
“Happy is the man whose sins are forgiven.” (Psalm 32:1)
This is why we celebrate Easter. Not because of the cross alone, but because of what came after—Resurrection Power!
“We will never die; those who believe in Him will live forever.” – John 11:26
The Fellowship of His Suffering
Jesus suffered. Paul suffered. The apostles suffered. And you will too—not because God is absent, but because He is working in you.
“Pure gold comes through fire. So must your faith.” Don’t run from the fire. Walk through it.
“God does not take us over the fire, He takes us through it.”
Even in the fire, like Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego, He is in there. You are not alone.
We must stop trying to rescue everyone from the cross—they must carry their own. Even Jesus carried His.
Love, Forgiveness & the Heart of the Father
Our faith is built on love and forgiveness. Without these, the cross loses meaning. Forgiveness isn’t weakness—it’s spiritual strength.
“If you want to live a miserable life, choose not to forgive.”
Forgiveness is freedom—for you and for those who have wronged you. Parents, children, friends—let love lead. Show mercy as God has shown you.
Remember Peter? He denied Jesus, but Jesus restored him. And on his first day of ministry after restoration, 3,000 souls were saved.
“Those who believed what Peter said were baptized and added to the church that day—about 3,000 in all.” Acts 4:21
“Remember God doesn’t condemn you—He welcomes you back. There is always a comeback with God!”
Easter is About the Cross… and Beyond
Being a believer means carrying your cross.
There is joy beyond the pain. There is glory beyond the cross. As we approach this Easter, let’s not just remember what Jesus did—let us walk in the power of it.
“He died on Friday, but Sunday brought good news. Pain must come before joy.”
“Because He lives, I can face tomorrow.” “Because He rose, I will rise again!”
Let this be your season of renewal. Let your spirit be empowered. Seek Him. Know Him. Carry your cross with joy. For the resurrection power is in you.
In His Service
Bishop Peter Ndungu
General Overseer Overcoming Faith Church
