For the Easter Cross Witness

1. As we plan the crosses in our yards or apartment windows, may we joyfully once again acknowledge that we belong to the Risen Christ.  Ask Him to use this simple cross to re-energize our own hearts so that we may have renewed joy to share with others about the wonders of what has been finished.

2. Pray that this silent, visual witness will lead to appropriate opportunities for a verbal witness.  As we have opportunity to share the hope that is within us, pray that we will possess a winsome boldness and speak the truth in love.

3. When the visible witness is over, ask the Lord to grant us much grace and renewed vigor to go about the noble task of loving our neighbors as Christ loves us.  This is the best witness and acid test, and they are watching.  May we take to heart the wisdom of Saint Francis of Assisi who stated that he was compelled to preach the gospel  at all times, in all places, with all his might even if it meant resorting to words. People  must see the gospel in action before they can hear the good news. All words + no love in action will = futility.