“Jesus said to them, ‘Do not be afraid. Go tell my brothers to go to Galilee, and there they will see me.’” Matthew 28:10
“Mary of Magdala went and announced to the disciples, ‘I have seen the Lord…’” John 20:18
When we read the story of Jesus resurrection we probably wonder “why would they have been afraid?” or “What would they be scared of?” The truth is that this was new and unexpected. No one had ever risen from the dead before! This was completely new and different, even to Jesus’ disciples. This is why when Jesus first saw the disciples he said “do not be afraid”. Sometimes Gods wonderful gifts can come as a big surprise causing us to be fearful to accept them. That said we must remember Gods words and not be afraid.
Mary of Magdala was so excited to tell about Jesus being raised from the dead. Much like you feel about good news, a pregnancy or an engagement or even a miracle you have witnessed. You burst with delight and that is what Mary was doing only a million times bigger. Jesus was fulfilling the prophecies written years and years before and being a Jew everyone knew of these stories. Imagine something you had always expected (like the second coming) and being the FIRST to see it? You probably can’t even fathom what that would feel like yet that is exactly what Mary of Magdala was going through. Fortunately, this isn’t just history! Jesus is STILL alive! He is STILL giving us life and mercy. Are you ready to follow Mary of Magdala and share that good news?
‘May I not be afraid to let you in and change me, Jesus!’
‘Jesus, I’m happy to share the new life you give me.’
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