A Season of Rest and Renewal

By: Robyn Mullin, Dutilh Preschool Director

Easter is more than just a day of celebration, it’s a powerful reminder of hope, rest and spiritual renewal.  As the flowers bloom and the days grow longer, nature itself seems to remind us of the message of resurrection and new life found in the tomb.

At the heart of Easter is the story of Jesus’ victory over death.  After the pain of Good Friday and the silence of Saturday, Easter Sunday bursts forth with the promise that death does not have the final word.  In the words of the angel at the tomb, “He is not here; he has risen, just as he said” Matthew 28:6.  These words changed hearts and history.

But Easter isn’t just about a moment in history.  It invites us to rest in the truth of what Jesus has accomplished.  In a world driven by busyness, stress, and striving, Easter gently reminds us that renewal doesn’t come from our effort but from Christ’s finished work.  As Jesus said, “Come to me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest” Matthew 11:28.  This is an invitation to lay down our burdens and find peace in Him. 

The resurrection also calls us into a season of personal renewal.  Whether we’ve been walking through doubt, grief, or simply life, Easter assures us that new beginnings are possible.  The same power that raised Jesus from the dead is at work in us, breathing life into the dry places.

As we move through this season, may we slow down enough to rest in God’s presence.  May we open our hearts to His renewing Spirit.  And may Easter not just be something we celebrate once a year, but a daily invitation to live as people of resurrection- hopeful, refreshed and made new.