By Jeleel Olawale
The publisher, Nigerian NewsDirect Newspaper, Dr. Samuel Ibiyemi, has felicitated with Christians on the celebration of Easter, charging them to use the occasion to reflect on the very essence of the divine sacrifice by Jesus Christ.
Ibiyemi, in a message to Christians noted that Easter impresses on humanity, the unquantifiable power of love, tasked Christian faithfuls to let the valuable lessons of Jesus sacrifice reflect on them all the time.
He charged Christians to hold to the message of love and compassion which are the basis of the Easter celebration, noting that with love, “we will not only enjoy a peaceful society, but also make the right progress’.
“Easter is a classical example of the power of love. Jesus Christ, as we are made to know, gave up Himself to save mankind from the consequences of their transgressions,” Ibiyemi stated.
“Beyond the celebration that comes with the moment, it is also a reminder of how love can save and why we must imbibe the culture of selfless service to humanity as exemplified by Jesus Christ.
“Let us be concerned about the good of each other and show tolerance irrespective of our differences.”
He charged Christians to emulate the spirit of meekness, love and perseverance of Jesus Christ. He described Easter festive as celebration of crucification and resurrection of our Lord Jesus Christ.
“As we are in the Holy Week, I want us to imbibe the spirit of Jesus Christ who surrendered Himself even unto the death on the cross for the remission of our sins.
“Jesus with His character taught us to be always calm, level headed, not proud, that’s why he rode on small ass to enter into Jerusalem.
“So as Christians, let emulate Him in love, endurance, humbleness, level and cool headed by not arrogating things to ourselves,” he urged.
Ibiyemi appealed to all Christians to eschew all evils before, during and after Easter, for the period is meant for sober reflection of sins and to turn a new leaf in Christ.