That we may also be like the Apostles. That we might be an authentic follower of Jesus, that we may learn more about Jesus’s suffering, passion, and crucifixion. After His death, that Saturday, they (the Apostles and followers) are in anguish. They are mourning, lonely, and sad, because they think that it was the end of the story. But no, because after that, there is a glorious resurrection the following day. And they come to realize that there is Life after Death. All of the lessons they learned they treasure it in their hearts. And the pain, anguish, sorrow, and sadness vanished when they saw the Risen Lord.
So what we are experiencing right now teaches us lessons to learn amidst this Pandemic Corona Virus. Hopefully after the lessons we learned from this experience it may lead us to realize the beauty of life and the beauty of following the Risen Lord.
10 Pointers to Learn from COVID-19
Health professionals are worth more than superstars (athletes and movie stars). While many times we neglect our health care professionals and look upon the athlete and action or movie stars. For now, we appreciate their worth.
We are not mistaken to ask for more hospitals than weapons. While many countries are busy producing various and powerful weapons they set aside and not prioritize building hospitals for their people.
Oil is worthless in a society without consumption. In our situation right now we observe how the price of oil continue to decline. But before, many lives had been sacrificed because many countries are interested to take the territories of the big oil industries. In this time, what is the worth of oil in a society without consumer?
Infection and death does not distinguish race, color, or social status. Whatever you are, whoever you are, you are not free from the infection of this virus and everybody is prone from the virus and may lead to death.
Now we know how animals in zoos feel.While we may enjoy seeing them in the cages, what we do not know is if they enjoy being there in their cages.
We started to appreciate the great importance of hand gesture and embrace. For now, because of social distancing, we highly appreciate the great importance of this gesture of care, love, and solidarity
The planet can regenerate itself without humans or without the abusive humans.The world was made for man, but man abuse this gift from God. We failed to regenerate the planet and the planet is doing this itself.
More should be invested in health rather than festivals. We realize that more should be invested in our health than in mere leisure and pleasures.
That the food and pharmacy sections are the most important place in the store/mall.After the governor released the directive to close/remove unnecessary items, products, and businesses, we realized that gadgets and jewelries are nothing compared to food and medicine.
That home is the safest place on earth. For many, we spend more time in the office/atw work and less time in our homes with family. Now we realize that home is a place of security and serenity.
Easter is urging us to learn, to believe, not to be afraid, to share and tell others that Jesus is truly risen to give us light in the midst of darkness and hopelessness.