Renaissance

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The period of Renaissance is that period of time in history between the 14th to the 17th centuries when the Europeans transitioned from the Middle Ages to modern times. It was probably best known as the time of Leonardo da Vinci, the brilliance of his art coupled with his scientific prowess and foresight, the marvel of his engineering insights. It was also the advent of Western imperialism with the use of bullets and guns and, thus, their superiority over the rest of the world still using swords and bows and arrows.

But today, we are actually talking about the renaissance of us as human beings as we transitioned to become children of God through Christ Jesus. He became the sole and only worthy seed who died to give birth to millions of us who bear His name and carry His witness. He is in us, and His presence is with us wherever we go. His Kingdom of Heaven is here on earth through us as where we stand is where His Kingdom is. We are the physical extension in the natural of His spiritual Kingdom of God.

But to truly experience that renaissance that Christ brings, we like Christ, need to die to ourselves for our born-again spirit man to take full control of our body, soul, and mind. That we may live by the Spirit instead of by our flesh and our carnal desires. A life led by the Spirit leads to eternal life, while the latter leads to destruction.

Blessed Palm Sunday, everyone! As we remember the triumphant entry of Jesus into Jerusalem in fulfilment of ancient prophesy, let’s prepare ourselves for the coming Good Friday and Easter celebrations to commemorate the death and resurrection of Christ. The Apostles dedicated and gave their lives to preach Christ crucified and resurrected, which forms the basis of our faith. We are who we are today in Christ, and we will be with God one day in the new heaven and the new earth because of Christ crucified and resurrected! Make that Renaissance a reality in our lives today, and male sure we are on the narrow path of righteousness that leads to glory in Christ!