Easter

Easter morning, I received a phone call from my mother informing me that the 2-month-old daughter of a cousin had passed away due to a heart defect she was born with. We were so hopeful for this sweet little baby. She had already made it through one major surgery and seemed to be progressing, but unfortunately her little body just couldn't do any more.

My heart hurt so deeply for my cousin and his wife. Losing your first little baby is something that seems almost unimaginable to me- Losing any baby, any child, anyone for that matter. I cried tears which could only understand the heartache on my own level. At the same time I was sure there was a mother and a father crying tears of a hurt that I pray I never have to understand.

Then, an amazing peace came to my mind. It was Easter morning. That sweet little baby returned home into the arms of the One who suffered just for this very reason. The far-reaching effect of the atonement and resurrection became so much greater for me this Easter. Not only can this sweet baby remain forever pure and innocent, but the heartache of her parents can be eased in knowing the Savior himself took upon the pains and sorrows of the world and through Him they will find the peace they need. They will be with her again! So simple yet so profound.

"Peace I leave with you, my peace I give unto you: Not as the world giveth, give I unto you. Let not your heart be troubled, neither let it be afraid."

I hope I will always remember the peace that is available to me. That in all things, I need not fear as long as I simply let Him in. Happy Easter.