Matthew 28:1-10 "In the end of the Sabbath, as it began to dawn toward the first day of the week, came Mary Magdalene and the other Mary to see the sepulcher. And, behold, there was a great earthquake: for the angel of the LORD descended from Heaven, and came and rolled back the stone from the door, and sat upon it. His countenance was like lightning, and his raiment white as snow: and for fear of him the keepers did shake, and became as dead men. And the angel answered and said unto the women, Fear not ye: for I know that ye seek JESUS, which was crucified.
HE is not here: for HE is risen, as HE said. Come, see the place where the LORD lay. And go quickly, and tell HIS disciples that HE is risen from the dead; and, behold, HE goeth before you into Galilee; there shall ye see HIM: lo, I have told you. And they departed quickly from the sepulcher with fear and great joy; and did run to bring HIS disciple's word. And as they went to tell HIS disciples, behold, JESUS met them, saying, All hail. And they came and held HIM by the feet, and worshipped HIM. Then said JESUS unto them, Be not afraid: go tell MY brethren that they go into Galilee, and there shall they see ME."
Throughout the Old Testament, the one event selected by the LORD GOD HIMSELF as being the predominant miracle of that time was the crossing of the Red Sea in Exodus 14:1-31. The Israelites' march on dry land through the Red Sea was the singular miracle that was repeatedly mentioned throughout their history, up until the time of CHRIST JESUS' advent. This marvel struck fear into the surrounding nations (Joshua 2:10 pictured above) and made a lasting impression across the centuries (Nehemiah 9:11).
However, when it comes to miracles, the absolute most important event in human history is the resurrection of the LORD JESUS CHRIST. This is, by far, the greatest miracle recorded in all of Scripture. By it, we have the assurance that our sins are forgiven (1st.Corinthians 15:17). Conversely, if JESUS CHRIST had not risen from the dead, then all preaching today would be pointless because we would have no good news whatsoever to share with others (1st.Corinthians 15:14), and, in addition, those who proclaim the Gospel would be liars (1st.Corinthians 15:15). But because JESUS did rise from the dead, we can be confident that all who trust in JESUS CHRIST for the forgiveness of sins will also be raised just as HE has ordained (1st.Corinthians 15:23). In fact, CHRIST's resurrection is a clear, resounding declaration from GOD the FATHER that HE, JESUS CHRIST, is indeed the SON of GOD (Romans 6:4-5). We are no longer the servants of sin (Romans 6:6); therefore, let us yield ourselves to GOD (Romans 6:13). The Apostle Paul's passion was to "know [CHRIST], and the power of HIS resurrection" (Philippians 3:10 pictured above); may that be our fervent desire as well ! GDF
Your servant in CHRIST,
Julie
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