Today, we read from John 19:23-25 and found a single die in our egg. It was the fulfilling of prophesy that they would divide the Messiah's garments and cast lots for His clothing. I stand amazed over and over how all that was prophesied in scripture Christ fulfilled. Our family thought for the day is: Do we know God's word? Are we faithful to study it every day, memorize it and ponder it? We want to be found ready to give an account for our faith. Blessings Today - AT 
3 Nails - "When we, as Christians, think of the nails that were pounded through Jesus' body into the cross, we should be sad about our sins. But we should also be filled with joy because we know we are given everlasting life through His death. He was pierced for us!"...from the Resurrection Eggs book. Today we read John 19:16-22 - the crucifixion of Christ. Our family thought for the day has been: Does sin truly make us sad? We have looked at areas again where we might need to repent and ask for forgiveness from one another and God. Praise the Lord that HE died for our sins and that we have been cleansed by HIS blood. It has actually been 
quite an emotional day in the Travis home. We have confessed to one another and prayed several times throughout the day. We have changed some of how we are going to handle family issues. It was hard to hear some of the things that were shared, but it was a blessing to know that everyone felt like they could be honest. HE IS GOOD, and I am trusting that the Father will do a mighty work in our home and HIS name will be glorified. If you remember us today, pray for emotional healing and that we will be bound together strongly as a family. He makes all things new - AT
Well, we ran non-stop this weekend and had to open eggs 5 & 6 tonight. Due to "Children's Day" (celebrated all around the world - except America??), our church decided to move Easter weekend to this weekend rather than next. 
program was excellent. I am so proud of the children, youth and young adults. They shared their faith with boldness. We are also very humbled that some of our neighbors decided to attend. SOOOOOO tonight we found in our eggs a leather whip and a crown of thorns. We read scriptures from John 19:1-15; Matthew 27:26-31; and Matthew 27:29-31. As you can imagine, these are some of the passages describing the sufferings of Christ. Our family thought for the weekend is: What am I willing to sacrifice for the sake of others? What will I lay down so that others can meet the one true God? Because of Him, AT
Throughout the gospels we read over and over the importance that Christ placed on prayer. It was not just a sermon He preached. HIS life is the example. Today we opened the egg containing "praying hands". They are to remind us of the time that Christ spent in the Garden of Gethsemane. Our scripture for the day is Mark 14: 32-42. Christ prayed and asked for the Father's strength. Our family thought for the day is: Am I trying to do things in my own strength? How much time do I devote to prayer? Do I consider time with God the most important part of my day? Remembering YOU today - AT 
Today, we opened our third egg. Inside we found a tiny goblet representing the "Passover cup" or the cup from the "Last Supper". Our scripture was Matthew 26:17-19, 26-28 along with Exodus 12:23. Growing up I had the privilege of participating in worship in many different denominations. Always one of my favorite times in each service was the time of remembrance and reflection - The Lord's Supper. (Unless, of course, I happened to be at a Baptist church and then it would be the luck of the draw if I attended at the beginning of the quarter! ... all my Baptist friends will laugh at that!) More than the songs; more than the sermons; more than the special music, stories 
and media...this time made me think and ask myself the serious/important questions of life. In the local Protestant church we attend currently, The Lord's Supper is offered weekly. Members take it very seriously. It has been personally growing for me to watch them weep, pray and pass on the elements or smile, look on them thankfully/lovingly and rejoice. Our family thought for the day is: Are we drinking from the cup that HE has poured out for us or are we choosing a cheap glass that will never satisfy and quench our hearts' desires? Drinking of His love and goodness today!! AT
Silver Coins - Today we read from Matthew 26:14-16, 46-50; 27:1-5. Jesus was betrayed by Judas for 30 pieces of silver. Doesn't it make us feel better to point our finger at Judas? It is easier to pass judgment on Judas than to consider ourselves as the betrayers of Christ. However, the truth is, Christ went to the cross for each and every one of us. The actual betrayal of Christ for money was only just one sin. The Resurrection Eggs book we are reading says, "And this is what sin is - living in disobedience, or saying "no" to God and His commandments. Sin is when God 
tells us to go one way, but we go the other" Judas' mistake was that he did not seek forgiveness from the Lord. Christ would have willingly forgiven him just as He forgives us. Our family thought for the day is: Do we have areas we are not being obedient? Are we seeking forgiveness and choosing daily to live in Christ?
If you follow our blog, you will remember last year we did a big countdown with "hands on" activities and wall art. (click here if you want to read the blogs) This year we are having a hard time getting into the "Spring Fever" since it still feels like winter and we are freeeeeeezing because it is past the time for our building to be legally allowed to burn coal.....HOWEVER.....we are trying to make our own fun inside and begin the countdown to the most important holiday of the year! Matt's family sent us "Resurrection Eggs". Many of you may use these. They are plastic eggs that each contains a special "object". Each day we will open an egg and discuss the 
object and its relevance to the holiday. Today we found a donkey in the egg. The scripture with it was Matthew 21:1-9 This is the account of Christ riding into Jerusalem on a donkey. The people proclaimed him Prince of Peace. "Hosanna, Hosanna - Blessed is He who comes in the name of the Lord!" The text that came with the eggs asks the question, "Did you know that when things seemed to be going well for Jesus, it was easier for people to love and follow him? But when the Jewish leaders challenged Jesus by saying He was not the Son of God, the people began to be afraid." Our family thought for the day is: 1) When is it hard for me to follow Christ? 2) When should I proclaim, "Blessed is He"? May you be richly blessed today and find true peace that only comes from Christ. AT
