Festival

Why Festivals?
Like what is the point?
Why spend the money and take the time?

Here is a few quick thoughts for ya...

Reminder - Festival cycles are a great reminder of the foundation to what you hopefully believe.
The Israelites had quite a few throughout their calendar, all set to remind them again about God's love and provision.
We have set several in our time as well.
Easter and Christmas are just a few. Some follow something called Lent.
Others do an annual pilgrimage to special conferences and events.
If it reminds of God's love and provision, then that is a good reason to attend!

Groups - God likes to do things with individuals and groups, not just one or the other.
Scripture paints a pretty clear picture of powerful God moments for individuals and groups. From angelic visitation in the quite of night to clouds of glory when the masses are worshipping with everything they have.
We are encouraged to meet together and to remember Him as much and as best we can.
Festival promotes that on an even larger level. It is an opportunity for God to meet en-mass with the people He truly loves!

Highlights - Festival creates specials times, special memories that become part of your 'highlight reel of faith'.
I remember distinctly many festival moments that have been special to me and indeed helped shape me. From my first Christmas as a follower of Christ. My first Easters getting to sing different things as items. To the different major events I have attended or even served it.
You have an opportunity even this Easter to create some highlights for yourself by being at and/or participating!

Notice - Mass attracts attention. God wants to get the worlds attention, that is why is He doesn't always do things in a corner or on the quiet. When God's people get together en-mass it attracts the attention of those outside of faith. And that attention draws some curious to see what all the fuss is about!

So after all that from me can I encourage you to get on board with this season of festival?
Where ever you are join in the Easter Festival. If you have the time make sure you do all you can and participate in every aspect you can. Go to all your Churches Services and activities.
It will make a huge difference to your life and faith!

Something to think about...

If you here in Taupo this weekend - we do festival!
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