The Empty Tomb
Everything seemed lost. Jesus was dead. His body had been placed in a tomb, sealed behind a massive stone. His followers were in hiding, grieving the loss of the one they had believed was the Messiah. It felt like the end.
But God wasn’t finished.
Early on Sunday morning, a small group of women went to the tomb. They weren’t expecting a miracle. They were expecting to find death. Instead, they found the stone rolled away. The tomb was empty. And then a stranger appeared.
... “Why do you look for the living among the dead? He is not here; he has risen! ...” Luke 24:5-6 NIV
Can you imagine the chaos of that moment? The confusion, fear, and hope? The women ran to tell the disciples, their hearts racing with a mix of emotions. Was it possible? Could it be true?
At first, many didn’t believe them. The idea was too shocking—seemingly impossible. But soon, Jesus Himself appeared alive. Death had not defeated Him. The grave could not hold Him. The cross wasn’t the end of the story. It was the beginning of something new.
The resurrection changes everything. It proves that Jesus is who He claimed to be—the Son of God, the Savior of the world. It means that sin and death don’t have the final word.
But just like the women at the tomb, we each have a choice in how we respond.
- Will we believe in the power of the resurrection?
- Will we run to share the good news?
- Will we allow it to change our lives?
Jesus’ resurrection isn’t just a historical event—it’s a personal invitation. If you’re wondering what it means for your life, or if you’re ready to take the next step in your faith, you don’t have to figure it out alone.
Scripture: Luke 24:1-9, Mark 16:1-8, Romans 3:23-26
Prayer: Jesus, You are alive! Thank You for defeating sin and death and making a way for me to have new life. Help me to respond to Your resurrection with faith and action. Amen.
Challenge: Take a moment to read this Finds article about what it means to follow Jesus. If you’ve never prayed a prayer of salvation, today could be the day everything changes.