THE RISEN SEED: THE RISEN CHRIST

THE CO-CREATION SYMPHONY

March 30, 2024

UNVEILING THE TOMB: HOPE DAWNS ANEW

April 5, 2024

LIVING WATERS MISSION DAILY DEVOTIONAL

SUNDAY AND MONDAY 31^ST MARCH AND 1^ST APRIL 2024.

AUTHOR: MARY LAWRENCE–DOKPESI

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TODAY’S SCRIPTURES:

“Truly, truly, I say to you, unless a grain of wheat falls into the earth and dies, it remains alone; but if it dies, it bears much fruit.”. – John 12:24,

As spring paints the world anew, so too does the spirit of Easter fill our hearts with joy. This glorious season celebrates the cornerstone of our faith – the resurrection of our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ.

The Bible, in John 12:24, reminds us: “Truly, truly, I say to you, unless a grain of wheat falls into the earth and dies, it remains alone; but if it dies, it bears much fruit.” These words hold profound meaning for us today.

Jesus, the perfect seed of God’s love, willingly descended into the darkness of the tomb, just as a seed is buried beneath the earth. His death on the cross symbolizes not just the shedding of his blood, but the ultimate act of sacrificial love for humanity. He carried the weight of our sins, allowing us the path to redemption and eternal life.

But the story doesn’t end there. On the third day, Jesus rose from the dead, conquering death itself! This miraculous event celebrated on Easter, is a testament to God’s power and the promise of eternal life for those who believe. Just as a seed cracks open and bursts forth with new life, Jesus’ resurrection signifies the triumph of light over darkness, hope over despair.

How can we embody the spirit of Easter in our own lives?

Here’s a powerful spiritual exercise to connect with the transformative power of Easter:

1. Find a quiet space for prayer and reflection. Light a candle, symbolizing the light of Christ’s resurrection.

2. Close your eyes and take a few deep breaths. Enter into the presence of God, by simply feeling His presence around you.

3. Imagine a seed. See it as Jesus, buried in the tomb.

4. Feel the weight of the earth pressing down. This represents the darkness and sorrow of Jesus’ sacrifice.

5. Now, with each breath you take in, imagine a surge of heavenly light. Feel the power of God’s love radiating from within the seed.

6. As you breathe out, visualize the seed bursting open. See Jesus, resurrected in all his glory!

7. Spend a few moments basking in this image. Feel the joy, the hope, and the promise of eternal life that Christ’s resurrection brings.

8. Open your eyes, carrying this feeling with you. Remember, even in the darkest of times, the light of Christ shines within you.

TO SOLVE ANY PROBLEM IN YOUR LIFE, DO THE FOLLOWING SPIRITUAL EXERCISE:

1. Find a quiet space in nature. Sit beneath a tree, by a stream, or anywhere you feel connected to the natural world.

2. Close your eyes and take a few deep breaths. Feel the ground beneath you, the air on your skin. Be conscious of your environment.

3. Imagine yourself as a seed. This seed holds all your dreams, hopes, and the potential for a brighter future.

4. Feel the resistance of the hard outer shell of the seed as it is about to break down, so it can grow again. This shell could be fear, doubt, or anything holding you back.

5. Now, visualize a warm light growing within you. Feel it radiating outward, softening the shell, allowing your true potential to emerge.

6. Imagine yourself pushing through the darkness, blossoming into your most vibrant self. See yourself strong, confident, and full of life.

7. Spend a few moments basking in this image. Feel the hope, the possibility of a personal renewal..

8. Open your eyes, carrying this feeling with you. Remember, even in the darkest of times, the power for renewal lies within – CHRIST IN YOU IS THE HOPE GLORY.

Easter, like spring, is a reminder that transformation is possible. We have the power to break free from limitations, to shed what no longer serves us, and to blossom into the best versions of ourselves.

May this season be a turning point for you, a time to embrace your own inner spring of renewal and a new beginning.

HAPPY EASTER!

Prayer:

Dear God, renew me, and grant me a new beginning in all my earthly endeavours., and in the end, may I experience your eternal life. AMEN

Mary Lawrence-Dokpesi

Mary Lawrence-Dokpesi was born in Nigeria to Patrick Abuda Obeakemhe and Juliana Fatimatu Obeakemhe, both from Ogbona Town. With a master’s degree in law, she was called to the bar at the age of twenty-two, and she is currently the principle partner of the law firm Mary Lawrence-Dokpesi & Associates. She is also the founder of two philanthropic organizations: the Living Waters Mission and the Rose Croix Foundation. In addition to law, Lawrence-Dokpesi was drawn to spiritual pursuits at an early age, having begun studying philosophy, theology, chaplaincy, and spirit therapy by the age of eighteen. Inspired by her spiritual calling, she has produced ten intensively researched manuscripts on spiritual matters. Although Understanding the Spiritual was the last to be written, it is the first to be published. Lawrence-Dokpesi is a mother and a wife living in the city of Abuja, Nigeria.