Text: Matthew 28; John 20:11-31; Luke 24:50-53; 1 Corinthians 15:1-22; Isaiah 25:8-9
Today is The Day. We’ve come to the the glorious climax of Christ’s earthly journey: the resurrection, The Miracle, God’s ultimate glory on display for all to see. Paul said it himself to the Corinthians: this is the crux of our faith. It all hinges on this. I stare at this blinking cursor and can’t help but think, Who am I to write about the most sacred of days? After all, is there a Bible story we’ve heard more than this one? Even the emptiest church pews are filled on Easter Sunday.
I’d venture a guess that you, like me, come to this day broken and in desperate need of our Savior. We need His completed work on the cross, His victory over the grave, the indelible hope of His ascension to the Father. And I wonder, can this familiar story be made new for us today?
I come to these scriptures today to hear from the living Christ. Won’t you come along with me?
If you have not yet read the passages for today, please stop and do so now.
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What revelation is God stirring in your heart today through this resurrection story? What truth is He speaking anew? For me, it is this: He has called us each by name.
Sisters in Christ, History may dispute our role in its Church. The Church may dispute our role in its walls. But, Women of God, you are all over the story of our Christ’s resurrection. Do you see it?
It was women who rose early that third day and made their way to the tomb at dawn. It was women who first saw the stone rolled away, first stood in the presence of the Angel of Good News. It was women who first heard those sweet words: “He is not here, for he has risen as he said.” (Matthew 28:6a, ESV)
On this Resurrection Day, I hear Him speak “Greetings!” of hope to me. I see myself in Mary Magdalene, taking hold of His feet in believing disbelief and worshiping Him. I hear His voice calling to me by name, just as He did to Mary that day.
Sister, the risen Christ is calling you by name.
Kneel with me before our Savior. He longs to see us there. Feel Him wipe the tears from your face. Receive the peace He leaves with us as His disciples. Rejoice as He ascends to the Father, the living Lord who intercedes for His children.
“Behold, this is our God; we have waited for him, that he might save us.
This is the Lord; we have waited for him; let us be glad and rejoice in his salvation.”
(Isaiah 25:9, ESV)
For me the resurrection of Jesus speaks of a new hope. Death of the negative circumstances, bad choices and disappointments
Of the world have no power over a risen Christ. We must trust in what we have not seen…. Power of God is with us. I am a woman precious to our Lord who is the good news in all situations. Trust and believe in the Lords victory for my life as his disciple. Amen in Jesus name I shall not fear
Elizabeth, Thank you for putting all of your (my) thoughts together so perfectly! I feel exactly as you, and couldn’t even begin to say it, let alone so beautifully! Praying for you and praising Him for all He does!
Hope all of you had a glorious day in His name!
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Where do we go next ?
I love Easter. And I love the encouragement of how Jesus appreciated women in his ministry and knew they were capable. I’ve had people teach me that I am a woman, I am different, and that’s not a good thing. But through Jesus I see that I am a woman, I am different, and that IS a good thing. I am so grateful for Jesus love, that he loves me no matter who I am, or where I am in my walk with him. Praise Jesus!