Archbishop Ibezim
By Sunny A. David
The coronavirus pandemic is a challenge to Christians says Most Rev Alexander Ibezim the Archbishop, Province of the Niger and bishop Awka Anglican Diocese.
The Archbishop said this is so especially coming when Christians are celebrating Jesus Christ’s resurrection after crucifixion on the cross and death.
He stated this in his Easter message obtained by our correspondent in Awka, Anambra State , Nigeria on Friday.
Acknowledging that the times are hard, the Bishop task Christians to show unmitigated faith and hope in God.
“Last year, Christians celebrated Easter in grandeur, but that’s no more. But, this year, we are to celebrate it in a more quite and solemn way due to the current situation. Who could have imagined such happening? Today, 2020 Easter is celebrated in empty churches and empty markets, and in some clines, empty cities.
“There are no treats but lamentations and complaints in all fronts.
“Christians are in the greatest test of their fate ever with the coronavirus pandemic as it’s happening during the death and resurrection of Jesus Christ. The question is why should coronavirus be happening when Christians are celebrating Jesus Christ’s resurrection after crucifixion on the cross and death.
“Shall Christians loose hope for this? Not at all! It’s a time to show that our faith is not wavering, because we must give thanks for the resurrection of Christ. I charge Christians to see this Easter as a time of renewal and awakening. Let me reiterate that this Easter brings us hope on the mercies of God.
“This Easter has renewed our hope for tomorrow. It’s a time to remember that Jesus Christ died that we may live. And, I charge you as a Christian, whatever you do, remember that Jesus Christ died for you. Honour him always by your actions and inactions. Let the world bless His name through your life, he said.
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