Billy said, "Won't spring ever come? I am so sick of winter."

His mother replied, "Spring is on the way."

"But I want to see the flowers and the birds and the grass," said Billy.

Well, God is at work in nature all of the time and the flowers would not ever be seen except for the growing which takes place under the soil during the winter months. Whatever season is here the next season is already on the way.

The anticipation of Easter makes Lent a more holy season. The knowledge of a risen Christ for Christians gives meaning to the crucifixion. Those who have a dramatic religious experience often consider their previous religious training of little importance; but it is the training and the longing for religious certainty which prepare the way for recognizing the event when it comes.

Without the cross and resurrection Christianity loses its dramatic experience.

Without the teachings which Jesus gave His disciples, Christianity would lose its meaning. Yet, those teachings were not understood or accepted until they believed in a risen Christ.

"Spring is coming," said the mother.

IS YOUR CHRISTIAN SPRING ON THE WAY. WATCH AND PRAY!