“Do not be afraid, for I know that you are looking for Jesus, who was crucified. He is not here; he has risen, just as he said. Come and see the place where he lay. (Matthew 28:5-6, NIV)
On the evening of that first day of the week, when the disciples were together, with the doors locked for fear of the Jews, Jesus came and stood among them and said, “Peace be with you!” After he said this, he showed them his hands and side. The disciples were overjoyed when they saw the Lord. (John 19:19-20, NIV)
Crucifixion was brutal! He was scourged before the actual process. He carried a cross, were flagellated, hands and feet nailed, and the chest speared, with near-broken legs, a crown of thorns, fighting with asphyxia, and being scorned by His own people. He also dealt with the weight of what happens to all of us: temporary separation from God, while He weighed the sins of the world. And in less than three days, that Temple was raised!!?? Was it a hoax, was it just a sham, or was it real? Or did Jesus really never die, and somebody die for Him and all? Was the Jesus presented an illusion or the real deal?
The fact that a human can live again is perplexing for most. How come people think He is not alive! (According to Leader University: )
The seal was broken.
The tomb was open.
The soldiers went AWOL.
The stone was moved.
The graveclothers tell a tale.
His appearances during 40 days are confirmed by Scripture.
Over 500 witnesses saw Jesus face to face. They saw His wounds, His hurt, His pain, His happiness, His promise that He would be with them forever.
Most of all, their lives were changed by the truth of the rebirth. Soon, it’s our turn!
What do you think, Commonwealth: Did Jesus did resurrect?