Ascension Day is a waymark on the journey from Easter to Pentecost. For the first Christians it was a turning point. With Jesus taken from them for a second time the future of the community of faith would lie in their hands. It was time to begin making plans. Change was on the way.
Across the world there are signs that the crisis created by the Covid-19 pandemic may be easing. In every country it is now time to begin making plans. This is a turning point. The future will be shaped by the response those bearing the burden of leadership. Change is on the way.
Those with Jesus at the moment of the ascension returned from the mountain bearing a heavy burden. Leadership in times of uncertainty is challenging. Politicians, scientific advisers, and public health officials across the world are now responsible for guiding the countries they serve into the next phase. Change is on the way. Our leaders bear a heavy burden as the decisions they take will affect the health and well being of millions.
The Twelve who became Apostles in the early church were part of a praying community. The role of the worldwide Christian community is to continue to pray for those bearing the burden of leadership at this time of change.
God, thank You for the men and women who serve our country in leadership roles and for their families.
Please provide our leaders with reminders each day of why they decided to dedicate their lives to public service,
and use that commitment to encourage them. Amen
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