fearful and overjoyed

I used to wonder how it might’ve felt for the two women who found Jesus’ tomb empty. The shock, the uncertainty, the fear… and of course—the overwhelming joy. What had been two days of hopelessness was transformed into a lifetime of new possibilities.
Could it be true? That the man whom they watched crucified on Friday could conquer death on Sunday?

We too are challenged to believe in miracles. And often due to our past hurts, our cynicism and our stubborn disbelief we refuse to be hopeful.

Imagine what would’ve happened if the two Marys hadn’t believed the angel who pronounced that Jesus had risen? If they told the angel to stop kidding around? What if they decided that instead of believing, they were gonna stay still and cry?

In Matthews Gospel these women teach us a valuable lesson about spreading our faith. Instead of doubting (something many of us are prone to doing!), they “went away quickly from the tomb, fearful yet overjoyed” [Matt 28:8]. They understood the urgency of their task, and went to do it—despite their fears. Yep, it was a crazy message—that Jesus is raised from the dead– can you blame them for being scared?
But the truth behind the message conquered the fear, and they left the tomb to proclaim the news—quickly, and with joy.

How many of us embrace the privilege of being called to spread the news? Do we hurry to do it, despite the fear and rejection we might face?

These amazing women did, “And behold, Jesus met them on their way.” [28:9]. What better way to meet Jesus face to face, than to be in the midst of doing His work?!

To all the young people, we are called not only to believe in miracles, but to be part of them. Let’s embrace this privilege, and jump to it! Quickly—and WITH JOY!

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