A Reminder

Read It: Matthew 28:1-10

28 After the sabbath, as the first day of the week was dawning, Mary Magdalene and the other Mary went to see the tomb. 2 And suddenly there was a great earthquake; for an angel of the Lord, descending from heaven, came and rolled back the stone and sat on it. 3 His appearance was like lightning, and his clothing white as snow. 4 For fear of him the guards shook and became like dead men. 5 But the angel said to the women, “Do not be afraid; I know that you are looking for Jesus who was crucified. 6 He is not here; for he has been raised, as he said. Come, see the place where he lay. 7 Then go quickly and tell his disciples, ‘He has been raised from the dead, and indeed he is going ahead of you to Galilee; there you will see him.’ This is my message for you.” 8 So they left the tomb quickly with fear and great joy, and ran to tell his disciples. 9 Suddenly Jesus met them and said, “Greetings!” And they came to him, took hold of his feet, and worshiped him. 10 Then Jesus said to them, “Do not be afraid; go and tell my brothers to go to Galilee; there they will see me.” 

Learn It:

What an amazing morning!  The two Mary's were probably on their way to the tomb to go and mourn the loss of Jesus, as was the custom when a loved one passed away, when an angel of the Lord not only appears but causes a great commotion.  The angel then tells them something they already knew!  I'm here to remind you that Jesus isn't here...he's gone like he said he would be.  Go and tell the disciples.  Then as they are on their way Jesus comes to them and he too reminds them to go and tell the disciples and also lets them know where he will be to speak with them.

Jesus told them before he died that he would rise from the dead; then an angel appears to them on the day of the resurrection to remind them that he has risen; and finally Jesus reminds them again that he is risen and to tell the disciples.  3 times the disciples including these Mary's are reminded of his resurrection!

Share It:

What are some things that you need to remind your brothers or sisters, or child(ren), or parents about because it is so important?  How many times do you think would be the right amount to remind someone of something you think is really important?  Is there anything so important that you think you will always repeat it so that you remind others?  What kinds of things do you think God wants us to remember?  What constant reminders do you think God sends us?  Share these and other thoughts with your family.

Live It:

With the excitement of the Resurrection go out this week and remind people of the amazing power and gift of the Resurrection.  Remind them of God's love and Jesus' sacrifice for each of us.  Share those important reminders with everyone that you care about.  Reminding people about things is always important and it is especially important when it's about Jesus.

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