Significance of Sunday
- God set the standard in Genesis that days start at sunset and end at sunset.
- The prophecies of Christ's resurrection from the dead can only be determined by following God's call on when days start and end.
- Sunday is the day of Christ's resurrection and should be the focus point of our worship.
Sepulchre Stone Was Rolled Away
- The ladies who prepared spices were the first to arrive at the grave of Jesus on Sunday morning.
- They were startled to find the stone rolled away and Jesus nowhere to be found!
- Two men in "shiny garments" (angels) appeared to them and gave them the good news, "Jesus is risen!"
Simon Peter's Foot Race to the Tomb
- Peter and another disciple heard the news and ran to the sepulchre to see for themselves.
- John arrived first and stopped at the entrance of the tomb.
- Peter arrived after and went directly into the tomb and examined the wadded up burial linens and also the napkin that covered Christ's face but was now separated and folded neatly.
Conclusion:
- Jesus is risen indeed!
- We should rejoice in the hope that we have in Christ and share this good news with others.
- We should also live our lives in a way that shows that we believe in the resurrection of Jesus Christ.
