by VeryBerry on Sunday, April 12th, 2009 | Diary, Inspiration, Life | 2 Comments

Saturday morning, I was just relaxing in my bedroom while checking my emails and browsing around the net. Came across several articles, posts and videos on Easter and the resurrection. I can still remember the first time when I talked to one of my friend in the Netherlands about Easter. It was one of those conversation around chocolate easter eggs we eaten that led to the true meaning of Easter.

There are so many theories, ‘discoveries’ and statements people made and believe but to me, through all these years and through all the miracles I’ve seen in my life, there is only one truth and that is Jesus was crucified and died but He has risen.
My conversation with this friend ended in me telling him the whole story about Jesus Christ and what He has done for us. When he asked me ‘Why is this person named Jesus done all these?’ All I can say is because He loves us.
I think the beauty of Jesus’s sacrifice is the unconditional love and the freewill each of us has, to believe in His unconditional love.

There are plenty occasions in my life where I truly experiencing this unconditional love. Started with when I was in my mother’s womb, my mum was only 17 years old when God placed me inside her, she rejected this and she tried so many things to change His plan but it didn’t work and she gave up. When I was 12 years old, I almost end my life in a big traffic crash when I was riding motorcycles at 160km/hr but that was His unconditional love that saved me, took over the control of my hands on my motorcycle.
Growing up in Europe where most of my develoment process are influenced by my interest in Philosophy has sometime resulting in questions about Him. But truly He has never let me down, whatever the question is, it all come back to the truth that He has done it all…for all of us.
One of my friend here in London once said, Regine…it seems like in every ground you placed your steps, it’s fruitfull and it’s easy.

…And all I can say, it’s HIM and if He can do it for me, He will do it for you.

At the end of the day, it’s the freewill He has granted us, He will never force you to believe in the Truth simply because that’s not what love is all about. Whatever Easter means to the world, there is only one meaning to me and that is…He is alive and I believe. Happy Easter.

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by nate on Friday, April 10th, 2009 | Knowledge, Life | No Comments

Arguably the best-known Christian hymn is “Amazing Grace.” Its text, a poem penned in 1772 by John Newton, describes the joy and peace of a soul uplifted from despair to salvation through the gift of grace. Newton’s words are also a vivid autobiographical commentary on how he was spared from both physical and spiritual ruin. It relates the happy ending of the tale of a defiant man who manages again and again to escape danger, disease, abuse, and death, only to revert to “struggles between sin and conscience.” [ 1 ]

Newton was born in 1725 in Wapping, a London suburb that thrived on shipping and sea trade. His father, a merchant ship captain, was often away on sea voyages that typically lasted two to three years. During one of these absences, Newton’s mother succumbed to tuberculosis, leaving him in the temporary care of her friends, the Catlett family in Kent. His father remarried and Newton was placed in boarding school. He stayed in close contact with the Catletts, however, primarily because of their daughter, Mary, whom he eventually wed. Mary was the cornerstone of Newton’s existence. No matter what befell him, his goal always was to return to her.

In spite of the powerful message of “Amazing Grace,” Newton’s religious beliefs initially lacked conviction. Raised far… continue here.

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This song, says it all.

Amazing Grace

Amazing grace! (how sweet the sound!)
That sav’d a wretch like me!
I once was lost, but now am found;
Was blind, but now I see.

‘Twas grace that taught my heart to fear,
And grace my fears reliev’d;
How precious did that grace appear,
The hour I first believ’d!

Thro’ many dangers, toils, and snares,
I have already come;
‘Tis grace has brought me safe thus far,
And grace will lead me home.

The Lord has promis’d good to me,
His word my hope secures;
He will my shield and portion be,
As long as life endures.

Yes, when this flesh and heart shall fail,
And mortal life shall cease;
I shall possess, within the veil,
A life of joy and peace.

This earth shall soon dissolve like snow,
The sun forbear to shine;
But God, who call’d me here below,
Will be for ever mine.

John Newton

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by wildcherry on Thursday, April 9th, 2009 | Knowledge, Life | 1 Comment

Have you heard the phrase “Thanks God it’s Friday” (TGIF)? Well now it’s the chance for you to really appreciate Friday since this Friday is Good Friday. On this day Christians commemorate the passion, or suffering, and death on the cross of the Lord, Jesus Christ.

Well most of you might wonder, why do we need to rejoice about a person getting crucified?
The most straightforward explanation is because he needs to show the nonbeliever that he’s the Messiah.

Before Jesus was crucified, many people think he was a fake Messiah or a hoax. Therefore they decided to torture, bully and taunt him to show that he’s the real Messiah. He died on the cross after being left up there for six hours! Jesus did not die for nothing because on the third day (Easter Day) he raised up from the death and gain the trust and faith of many.

Do you believe in Jesus Christ? Have you experience the “crucifixion” of your faith? Please share with us about your faith.

For those of you who’s celebrating Good Friday and Easter,

I would like to say :
Thanks God It’s Friday!All federal offices will be open. All state offices will be closed.All banks will be open regular hours

Here’s the calendar of this year Easter

* February 25 - Ash Wednesday
* April 5 - Palm Sunday
* April 9 - Maundy (Holy) Thursday
* April 10 - Good Friday
* April 12 - Easter Sunday (Western Christianity - Roman Catholic, Anglican Communion, Protestant Churches, etc.)
* April 19 - Easter Sunday (Orthodox Christianity - Eastern Orthodox Churches)

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by wildcherry on Thursday, March 26th, 2009 | News | No Comments

People are lining up online to get free tickets to the annual White House Easter Egg Roll. All you have to do is go to www.whitehouse.gov/eastereggroll and sign up. No word on how many tickets will be available.

The 2009 White House Easter Egg Roll will take place 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. April 13 on the South Lawn of the White House.

White House Photo | ERIC DRAPER

“President Barack Obama and First Lady Michelle Obama are continuing the Easter tradition, which dates back to 1878 when President Rutherford B. Hayes hosted the first White House Egg Roll. The theme of this year’s egg roll is “Let’s Go Play” — a nod to the importance of keeping children fit and active.

Tickets will be distributed online for the first time ever. According to whitehouse.gov, “Tickets will be available at various times throughout the day. If you are unable to order tickets at this time, please check back later.” Orders will be limited to six tickets, and the number of tickets available has not been disclosed.

If you are lucky enough to score tickets, your best bet for getting there is by D.C. Metro and walking to the White House.”

Source:LehighValley

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by wildcherry on Tuesday, March 24th, 2009 | Knowledge, Life | No Comments

Eggstra Special Sweatshirt

Easter is calling right here and it is the best time to shower your someone special gift. Special occasions are always welcome for showing and expressing that special love and feelings. You can express your feelings via so many mediums such as phone calls or emails or social networking route as science and technology has made it so convenient for us. However, the perfect way of expressing would be just giving a surprise gift. You can go for handicrafts and or ready made gifts.

Easter Chicks in Eggs - Choose from 6 Designs

Easter comes with the hope and blessing from the lord and it is considered as special and auspicious occasion. There are lots of gifts ranging from tiny little Todd to giants gifts available in the local showrooms and some local boutiques. The choices are yours.

Baby Chick & Zippered Egg - Yellow/Pink

If you want to make your some one special just go to his or her place and don’t tell him before hand that you are going to get something for him or her as it is a surprise gift. To show love you don’t need costly gift, you can give little one what matters is the love and affection that you have poured in it. Easter is the time when we seek blessing from the lord. You can also gift to your parents or friends or anybody it doesn’t mean you should give only to some one special.

A simple card would do the wonders for you. Why on Easter? Because this is the best occasion to seek blessings and also you must have noticed that it has always worked since ages that whenever you want to express love and affection you always wait for the special time and Easter is the right time to do. Don’t let your chance slip away from your hand. Grab the occasion and shower your love ones with gifts.

Easter Egg Cookie Bouquet

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