The Bible tells us in Luke 24:1-6 (NIV) 1 On the first day of the week, very early in the morning, the women took the spices they had prepared and went to the tomb. 2 They found the stone rolled away from the tomb, 3 but when they entered, they did not find the body of the Lord Jesus. 4 While they were wondering about this, suddenly two men in clothes that gleamed like lightning stood beside them. 5 In their fright the women bowed down with their faces to the ground, but the men said to them, “Why do you look for the living among the dead? 6 He is not here; he has risen! Remember how he told you, while he was still with you in Galilee:
What a powerful and thought-provoking question the angels asked of the women who had come to the tomb and it was this; “why do you look for the living among the dead”?
We're thrilled you have chosen to worship with us today, regardless of whether you attend here regularly, or attend periodically, or even if this day is your first day with us!
A little over 2,000 years ago, Jesus rode into the city of Jerusalem on a lowly donkey. No white horse that a King would usually ride but this donkey that was had been borrowed for this great event now known as the Triumphal Entry.
The Word of God tells us in 1 Peter 5:6-7 (NKJV) 6 Therefore humble yourselves under the mighty hand of God, that He may exalt you in due time, 7 casting all your care upon Him, for He cares for you.
This is a powerful reminder to all of us gathered here today to worship the Lord, but also that we should be fully ready to bring our burdens and cares into His presence as well!
Isn't there just something beautiful about Spring? Whether a person lives in a warmer environment or they've endured months of blizzards and high winds, there's just something about this time of year that is exciting and life-giving.
Spring is also an exciting time of year as we celebrate the death, burial, and resurrection of our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ! Without a doubt, when coupled with his birth, these two events have shaped this world in ways one cannot even imagine as His life impacted so many in that day, as well as down through the ages.
Luke 24:5-6 (NIV) 5 In their fright the women bowed down with their faces to the ground, but the men said to them, “Why do you look for the living among the dead? 6 He is not here; he has risen! Remember how he told you, while he was still with you in Galilee:
The two angels that were sitting by the empty tomb of Christ asked the women who had come to bring spices to the tomb as a custom and sign of respect, “why do you seek the living among the dead”?
In this world, we often encounter people who might be somewhat similar in that they only view the Bible as a historical document and go to church as if they were going to a memorial service. We must know that Jesus is alive and is not among the dead! He lives and reigns in the hearts of believers, so there's no reason to be sad and somber. He lives!
