A Season of Preparation

As we move closer to Passover in April, March becomes a sacred invitation to prepare. In Scripture, before Passover was celebrated, homes were carefully cleared of leaven. It was intentional. Thoughtful. Purposeful.

Preparation always comes before deliverance.

And perhaps this month, the question is not just what we are planning but what we are clearing.

Removing the Old

Leaven in Scripture symbolises the small things that quietly spread. Not always obvious but influential.

Maybe it is:

• Lingering resentment
• Fear that has grown comfortable
• Disappointment that hardened the heart
• The quiet pressure to prove yourself

Clearing out is not about condemnation. It is about making space.

Space for healing.

Space for renewal.

Space for love.

The Most Beautiful Love Story

As we prepare for Passover, we are ultimately preparing our hearts to remember the cross. The crucifixion is not only a moment of suffering it is the most beautiful love story ever told.

A Savior who chose sacrifice.

A King who embraced humility.

A Love so deep that it stretched its arms wide and said, “You are worth this.”

Before there was an empty tomb, there was a willing cross.

Before resurrection, there was surrender.

The cross reminds us that love does not withdraw when it is costly.

It gives. It stays. It redeems. This is the love we prepare our hearts to receive again.

Preparing for Freedom

Freedom begins in the heart before it shows up in circumstances.

As March unfolds, may you gently clear out whatever keeps you from fully receiving His love. Let go of what no longer belongs in this next season.

Make room for grace.

Make room for peace.

Make room for resurrection life.

An Invitation

In “Van Ongenooi na Ingenooi,” we are reminded that we are invited not because we are perfect, but because we are loved.

As we prepare for Passover, may you remember:

You are already included in the greatest love story ever written.

And that love is still transforming hearts today.

With love,

Natania Smit