IT IS EASTER
Scripture: Luke 24:1-3
But on the first day of the week, at early dawn, they came to the tomb, taking the spices that they had prepared. They found the stone rolled away from the tomb, but when they went in, they did not find the body.
Thought for the Day: Who is this “they” referenced in the passage? It is, of course, the women – specifically named in vs. 10 as: Mary Magdalene, Joanna, Mary the mother of James, and the other women… And where are the guys? It appears as if they are hunkering down, hiding and hoping the danger will soon pass. On this Easter Sunday, I encourage you to spend some time with others as the story is retold. Don’t hide! Don’t be afraid! Step into the day and embrace the glorious news of a tomb that is open and empty. Be like the women, though initially shocked, who found the joyous courage to share the news with others.
Prayer: Give me the courage, God of New Life, to be like the women who were unafraid to visit the tomb, and even more courageous in their willingness to share the news of what they found (didn’t find) at the tomb. Amen.
