![]() We remember that Founders of this country rightly warned that a republic cannot be both ignorant and free. If we are fortunate, wise, and remember, we will help guide that change, rather than having changes imposed on us. We should remember from the study of a long history that these disparities will inevitably change. We remember, when we must, that the United States is the world's most powerful nation: militarily strong while others feel defenseless rich, while others are poor often culturally dominant, while others fear the loss of their ancient traditions. We should remember, as well as mortals are able, why thousands have already died in this war, and why many more will lose their lives in the immediate future because of this war. We as a people, as well as a government, should on this day of remembrance, remember why this war will be fought. These past days of remembrance and prayer have, tragically but necessarily, been interrupted by constant declarations that we are now in a new war - the first war, as it is being called, of the 21st century. 14, 2011, the National Day of Prayer and Remembrance, at Cornell University: Peace and thanksgiving lifted unto you.The following is the text of remarks by Walter LaFeber, the Marie Underhill Noll Professor of American History, on Sept. I shall cling to this now, and the tomorrows given me. Even in the garden, You took on our fear if for only moments, it was as real as our fears can be real and You knew then that this single enemy must be destroyed.Īnd, You sacrificed your life, leaving those who had been comfort, and follower You left them behind, to conquer fear. What better living parable could You have brought? All fear death. ![]() ![]() This alone, the most touching and profound of your signs that fear is dead and belief in you brings, not just hope but life. Resurrection is replacing fear with physical action. Fear of tomorrow, fear of our yesterdays, fear of what shall become of our young our old our unborn. Resurrection is a daily celebration over fear man's greatest and most powerful enemy. The celebration of your resurrection over death is a celebration of life that should continue well beyond the sunrise service and the music, rehearsed for days prior it is beyond the sign of spring, beyond the lily, beyond new lambs grazing in open fields. If you find yourself so inspired, head to our collections of Easter bible verses and Easter quotes for further reflection.Īs the world sings triumphant cries to heaven over death that you conquered, help us, Lord, tomorrow as well, when the dresses are put away and the candy is all eaten and on with life we go let us not forget. Or perhaps you prefer to quietly meditate on one to bring you peace and comfort. Many of these Easter prayers and blessings are also short enough to send to friends and family as religious Easter wishes and messages. These thoughtfully written words articulate biblical truths in beautiful ways and express your gratitude for the spiritual renewal found in the Easter story. It will set your hearts on the reason for your gathering and help teach the little ones that the holiday is about more than candy and egg hunting. And there's perhaps no better way to center you family's celebration on that than to add an Easter prayer to your favorite Easter traditions.īefore the feasting begins, read one of these meaningful prayers aloud at the dinner table as your Easter blessing. However, as fun as these activities are, for Christians, Easter is really all about the resurrection of Jesus Christ. ![]() Easter is this Sunday, and we're looking forward to seeing the kids light up when they discover their Easter baskets, to decorating Easter eggs together, and to preparing time-honored family recipes for Easter dinner or Easter brunch. ![]()
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