April 9, 2023 - INSCRIPTIONS FROM THE HEART

By Abby Cheng

IFH: April 9, 2023

Think how you would react upon hearing Mary, Mary Magdalene, and Joanna tell you that the stone covering Jesus' tomb is rolled away and there is no body inside. Maybe there would be confusion, lingering sadness, and likely doubt? But amazingly, two other people corroborate the story and claim to have walked and talked with Jesus, even though you clearly saw him die on the cross only three days ago.

Imagine your reaction as you and the other followers discuss this and Jesus appears out of nowhere, right in the middle of your gathering! He shows you his wounds and tells you to touch and feel them, to know that he is truly alive again. Try to fathom the rollercoaster of emotions that you and the disciples feel, going from absolute hopelessness to overwhelming joy at Jesus' resurrection. Imagine also your wonder and amazement as Jesus opens your mind to understand the Scriptures' message, all of it pointing towards him as the Messiah and Saviour of the world.

My prayer is that for those who have never heard the Easter story before, that God reveals Himself to you and opens your mind to discover and believe His Good News. For those who hear it every year or even every week, I pray that the passages take on a whole new meaning for you and that you are changed so profoundly that everyone notices.

Happy Easter everyone!