16 Feb 2017
The dark days of winter are coming to an end, and the dawning of Spring is on the horizon. In this season of renewal and hope, we pause to appreciate the beauty of the world around us, and to reflect on life’s changes and challenges.
As we look with hopeful hearts to the new season ahead, we celebrate the rebirth of the world around us – just as Jesus rose from the tomb and was born again in the light of God’s love for us all.
There is real wisdom, Lord, in the adage
“It is always Springtime in the heart that loves God.”
Springtime is a season of optimism and hope,
and the Christian lives a faith centred on hope.
Winter, with its cold dark days has gone,
just as Good Friday as passed to Easter and beyond.
We live a resurrection life
reflected in the new life springing up around us.
Thank you, Lord, for the hope that you bring,
the renewal that you bring,
both to this world and to our hearts and lives.