It's been a long, forty day journey (excluding Sundays) to this day. During that time we've looked closely at Jesus' betrayal, arrest, suffering, and death. That's a hard journey to take. It's especially hard when we acknowledge that it was our sin that brought this upon him.. He suffered and died for us.
But today that all changes. The sin that Jesus took upon himself and that led to his death, does not have the final say. Jesus paid the price. He went the distance. He was fully obedient to the Father. And God then completed this act of redemption in raising His son. Because of Jesus, sin does not win, forgiveness does. Because of Jesus, death does not win, life does. Because of Jesus, despair does not win, hope does. The resurrection is an amazing, miraculous turn of events. The final victory is God's. Praise God for raising Jesus in victory!
"Be not afraid," says the angel. In this life, having some healthy fear is normal and even necessary. I better be a little bit afraid crossing a busy street, so I look both ways and be sure it's safe to cross. But fear of what is to come should not control us. The resurrection declares that God is present in our lives, no matter what comes our way. So, I can live my life with a healthy respect for the dangers that are all around, but not be trapped in fear for what could happen. God is always there. God is my rock and fortress. Because Christ is risen, I no longer need to be afraid. He goes with me every step of the way on life's journey. Christ is Risen! He is Risen Indeed!
This journey has revealed my need to Trust God. Fear is bred from the unknown and we do not know what tomorrow holds, other than God's promise to always be with us and Jesus has made this possible. Alleluia! We no longer need to fear the unknown, Jesus is victorious over death and sin. We can celebrate this life knowing and trusting that God is in control of this life and the next!!!! Total Security!
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