May 15, 2025
Is it nonsense to speak of Jesus' resurrection?
Read: 2 Samuel 5,6; Psalm 134; Luke 24:1-27
Scripture: Luke 24: 11 But they (Jesus' disciples and others) did not believe the women, because their words seemed to them like nonsense.
Observation: When a group of women reported about the resurrection of Jesus Christ and their experience at the empty tomb, his disciples and others (possibly a group of men) were not ready to believe their words. It appeared as utter nonsense to them. These men may have had multiple reasons for not believing the words of the women: Firstly, in those days, people did not give equal value to women's testimony. Jewish officials did not allow women to be witnesses in their court, for they deemed that women were not stable and reliable. Secondly, the men who heard the testimony of the women were not expecting Jesus' resurrection as they reported. Their messianic expectation was different (Lk.24:20,21). Lastly, they forgot what Jesus taught them regarding his death and resurrection.
It is interesting to note that women played a crucial role in the ministry of Jesus (Lk.8:3) and were among the first witnesses to spread the news of his resurrection. Moreover, it is important to note that Jesus walked with his disciples and helped them to remember and understand the significance of his crucifixion and resurrection for the salvation of humanity. The resurrection of Jesus is an undeniable fact of world history. Many intellectuals who tried to disprove the resurrection of Jesus eventually became followers of Jesus. The empty tomb speaks even today.
Application: Jesus' resurrection from the dead is a central belief in Christianity. My faith in Jesus Christ is not blind faith but built upon a historical fact of his resurrection. The risen Lord is still alive and gives me hope for my life today. He gives me the vision to see all men and women without any biases. Jesus never rejects a person who doubts him but offers his help to understand the truth about him. I should follow Jesus to enlighten the world that is covered by various doubts, fears, and darkness.
Prayer: Jesus, thank you for giving me the confidence and conviction about my faith in you. Lord, give me your strength to be a bold witness to spread the good news of your salvation to all who need it. Amen.
✍️: Arputharaj Samuel
📕: Quiet Time Companion
🗓️ Day – 135