Some things are very hard to believe so we want to "see it with our own eyes." Our text tells us of the women who failed to believe at first, and of the other disciples who failed to believe the women. They wanted to see it with their own eyes! Of course, we are thinking about the resurrection of Jesus.
There are plenty of things of which to be afraid. But, is that how the child of God should respond? It is my intention to offer you words of encouragement today.
Last time we began in these verses and we noticed "To the Cross" and "At the Cross." Of course, we are thinking of the cross of Jesus. We finish up the chapter by considering "On the Cross" and "After the Cross."
Today is set aside to honor our mothers. Typically, today, a gift is given. Better than a necklace, watch, or flowers, I submit there are greater things you can give to your mother.
I would think the most common Christian symbol is the cross. What we are really concerned about is what happened on the cross, specifically, the cross of Jesus. Our text describes Jesus' interaction with the cross.
Aren't you glad you could go to church today? Aren't you happy the doors are unlocked? Don't you look forward to the time when all the restraints will be lifted? I know I do. I believe you do too.
We continue the study of this book. Last time we found Jesus before the Jews and He was tried by them. This time, we find Him before the Roman authority. He will be tried by both Pilate and Herod. Justice will not be served.
At the beginning of this pandemic our governments classified the Church as a non-essential business. After a few weeks they changed their minds and now view the church as essential. I wish to look into the Bible and confirm the fact that the Church is essential.
Not everyone who enters the judicial system receives a fair shake. Those in power too often decree their brand of justice based upon their biased ideologies. We find Jesus stood before the rulers of the people who diverted justice to achieve their own ends.
The Bible gives examples of the angel of the Lord performing God's judgment. Our text is one such passage. I submit that the lessons learned from our text may be applied to our present global circumstance with Covid-19. How should man respond?