Early on a Sunday Morning
The Dawn of New Life
SCRIPTURE:
Luke 24:1-2 NLT - But very early on Sunday morning the women went to the tomb, taking the spices they had prepared. They found that the stone had been rolled away from the entrance.
OBSERVATION:
Victor Hugo, the renowned author of Les Misérables, wrote, “Even the darkest night will end, and the sun will rise.” So it was true on the third day. The Feast of Passover had come, the Lamb was slain, and three days later, He was alive.
Early on a Sunday morning—when the storm clouds cleared—the Son started to shine!
This is true both scientifically and spiritually.
When storm clouds clear, the sun can appear very bright because the particles in the atmosphere that scatter light decrease, making the sky clearer and the sunlight more intense. The remaining clouds create a beautiful contrast, and the scattered light beams visible through the gaps are called crepuscular rays, sunbeams, or God rays. Catching the sunlight just right, the sky turns deep orange or pink while the horizon fades to deep blue or purple.
The three women who arrived early that morning to see the place where Jesus had been laid found the stone rolled away—the clouds were clearing, and the Sun was shining. As they considered what had taken place and where His body might be, they heard the words that would change them forever.
Luke 24:5-6 NLT - "Why are you looking among the dead for someone who is alive? He isn't here! He is risen from the dead! Remember what he told you back in Galilee.”
He has risen from the dead! And if He has risen, then the darkness of despair, sin, and death has been defeated, and a new day has dawned in all its glory. All that once bound us and held us captive has now been conquered, leaving nothing but the magnificent glory of Jesus Christ—more vivid, bright, and glorious than the sun after a storm.
Matthew 4:16 NLT - “The people who sat in darkness have seen a great light. And for those who lived in the land where death casts its shadow, a light has shined."
APPLICATION:
Though that early morning began with Jesus rising from the dead, the disciples still struggled with disbelief. The women had reported the resurrection, but doubt still clouded their minds. Suddenly, the words they needed to hear called out to them amid their storm.
Luke 24:36 NLT - …Jesus himself was suddenly standing there among them. "Peace be with you," he said.
Luke 24:1-2 NLT - But very early on Sunday morning the women went to the tomb, taking the spices they had prepared. They found that the stone had been rolled away from the entrance.
OBSERVATION:
Victor Hugo, the renowned author of Les Misérables, wrote, “Even the darkest night will end, and the sun will rise.” So it was true on the third day. The Feast of Passover had come, the Lamb was slain, and three days later, He was alive.
Early on a Sunday morning—when the storm clouds cleared—the Son started to shine!
This is true both scientifically and spiritually.
When storm clouds clear, the sun can appear very bright because the particles in the atmosphere that scatter light decrease, making the sky clearer and the sunlight more intense. The remaining clouds create a beautiful contrast, and the scattered light beams visible through the gaps are called crepuscular rays, sunbeams, or God rays. Catching the sunlight just right, the sky turns deep orange or pink while the horizon fades to deep blue or purple.
The three women who arrived early that morning to see the place where Jesus had been laid found the stone rolled away—the clouds were clearing, and the Sun was shining. As they considered what had taken place and where His body might be, they heard the words that would change them forever.
Luke 24:5-6 NLT - "Why are you looking among the dead for someone who is alive? He isn't here! He is risen from the dead! Remember what he told you back in Galilee.”
He has risen from the dead! And if He has risen, then the darkness of despair, sin, and death has been defeated, and a new day has dawned in all its glory. All that once bound us and held us captive has now been conquered, leaving nothing but the magnificent glory of Jesus Christ—more vivid, bright, and glorious than the sun after a storm.
Matthew 4:16 NLT - “The people who sat in darkness have seen a great light. And for those who lived in the land where death casts its shadow, a light has shined."
APPLICATION:
Though that early morning began with Jesus rising from the dead, the disciples still struggled with disbelief. The women had reported the resurrection, but doubt still clouded their minds. Suddenly, the words they needed to hear called out to them amid their storm.
Luke 24:36 NLT - …Jesus himself was suddenly standing there among them. "Peace be with you," he said.
About the Lord there were the air and style of one who had peace himself and loved to communicate it to others. The tone in which he spake peace tended to create it. He was a peace-maker and a peace-giver, and by this sign they were driven to discern their Leader. – Charles Spurgeon.
Luke 24:38-39 NLT - "Why are you frightened?" he asked. "Why are your hearts filled with doubt? Look at my hands. Look at my feet. You can see that it's really me. Touch me and make sure that I am not a ghost, because ghosts don't have bodies, as you see that I do."
Today, you might feel like the three women at the tomb—or the disciples in disbelief. The evidence of His love is undeniable, and He still bears the scars for our sins. Even if your life still feels stormy, remember:
“Even the darkest night will end, and the sun will rise.” He is risen indeed!
Let Jesus calm the storms in your life, remove the “particles” of sin, let the light of His grace shine through, and realize that a new day has dawned. Salvation has come through the blood of Jesus Christ.
PRAYER:
Thank You, Jesus, for rising on the third day. Death could not keep You down; the storm of sin was defeated at the cross. Through Your death, burial, and resurrection, I receive forgiveness of sins and eternal life.
Today, you might feel like the three women at the tomb—or the disciples in disbelief. The evidence of His love is undeniable, and He still bears the scars for our sins. Even if your life still feels stormy, remember:
“Even the darkest night will end, and the sun will rise.” He is risen indeed!
Let Jesus calm the storms in your life, remove the “particles” of sin, let the light of His grace shine through, and realize that a new day has dawned. Salvation has come through the blood of Jesus Christ.
PRAYER:
Thank You, Jesus, for rising on the third day. Death could not keep You down; the storm of sin was defeated at the cross. Through Your death, burial, and resurrection, I receive forgiveness of sins and eternal life.
When the storm clears, the Son still shines—He is risen indeed!
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