As I was reflecting on the crucifixion and resurrection today, a new thought occurred to me. In our modern Christianity, we celebrate Good Friday in recognition of the fact that Jesus died on the cross in payment for our sins. Then we celebrate Easter Sunday in celebration of the fact that he did not stay dead. He arose and lives forever! What we do not give much thought to is that Saturday. Typically our Saturday is spent preparing for our various Easter celebrations with church and family. How different that Saturday was for the disciples and other followers of Christ. They spent that day hiding in fear, confusion, and uncertainty. What would happen now? Would the Jews search for those who followed Christ in order to kill them next? They did not have a clear understanding of what was happening. In that moment, I'm sure their futures looked bleak.
Peace came for the followers of Christ when they saw his face, his hands, and his feet. They knew that he was alive! I am so thankful that we already know what happened that Sunday morning. The reason we don't give much though to that Saturday is because we have the joy in knowing that Sunday's coming!
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