Not to be macabre, but Peter is making it clear. This King David that has been such a central part of Jewish history is still in the tomb. People stop by and visit and remember David at this grave memorial. But this Jesus left this grave. You can’t visit his body somewhere. He is risen.
This declaration of the Good News of the Kingdom to these thousands of god-fearing Jews and converts to Judaism draws a clear time line in history. The last days are here.
Good Friday & Easter Sunday 2022 Pastor Rick’s Study Notes: Mark 15:42-16:8 (PRT) vv.15:42-43 And evening had already arrived, and now that it was the Preparation Day before the Sabbath, and Joseph of Arimathea who was a respectable member of the Jewish Council and was waiting patiently for the Kingdom of God, went boldly to…
Pastor Rick’s Study Notes: First Impressions: Don’t miss that this passage is preceded by three miracles that extend grace to the nations and the Gentiles. Mark was subtle in positioning this here. Keep in mind that the Gospels aren’t designed to be a perfect chronology. They each crafted their unique Gospel accounts to their main…
It’s Easter and people are celebrating all around the world this weekend! Most are celebrating the beautiful gift of life and friendship with God through Jesus. Many are celebrating… Spring. In the US, it seems our culture is hung up on what we call things. Schools, bridges, roads, buildings, and more are being renamed. I…
