“Now after the Sabbath, as it began to dawn toward the first day of the week, Mary Magdalene and the other Mary came to look at the grave” (Matthew 28:1).
As those who mourn do, they came to the grave to perform the death customs the first day of the week. How often do we come to the grave rather than look for the resurrected Lord? We lament the state of the world and do not believe the promises of the Lord. Our Lord loves us still, but why not choose the better portion? Death is not the final answer. The Lord of all creation has the final word. Trust in the One who will tie all things together according to the Father’s will.
Lord, this world segregates and separates so that we do not see that You are the Lord of all. We constantly go to graves rather than expecting life to emerge. This world is dead in sin, but because of what You have done and are doing, there is always new life. Guide us away from thinking only of death and think instead of the new life You give. Lead us along the path of living in You now and always.
Lord Jesus, sinners expect nothing new, but You are making all things new. Guide me in the grace You have given me to live into the life You intend for me to live. Although I come with an attitude befitting a graveyard, grant me a spirit that sees new life and then lives it. Help me learn how to trust that You are the One who will accomplish all things for the good. Lead me in faith to know that no matter the surprises that come, You are with me always. Amen.
