Devotion:
Read Matthew 28:1-6.
Yesterday, we reflected on God being the Creator who brought order out of chaos, light into the darkness and filled up the emptiness. The Easter story is another time when God did those very same things. When Jesus was crucified, it appeared to his disciples that the world had become formless and empty and dark again, that chaos had again taken over. But on that third day, God created a whole new world. God brought life from death. God defeated our most frightening enemy. Through the resurrection of Jesus Christ, God assured us of life forevermore. As those disciples met the risen Lord, they knew that the world would never be the same again, that God had overcome all the darkness, even that of death.
There are moments in some days and stretches of many days when life can appear empty and hopeless. You can probably call to mind some of those times in your own life right now, or you may be experiencing one right now. When they come, be reminded of these foundational stories from our Scriptures, assuring us of the God who creates order out of chaos and brings life out of death. So God can handle any other trouble that may come your way.
There is much about our world that looks chaotic right now. There is much that can cause us to worry about the future. But I am remembering lines from two songs we sing at Christ Church. One says “It may look like I’m surrounded, but I’m surrounded by you….” and the other says “Because he lives, I can face tomorrow.” Thanks be to the God who is our Creator, Redeemer and Sustainer!
Personal Worship Option:
Sing your favorite Easter song today!
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