As I sit and have my cup of coffee with Jesus, I was reflecting on the TOMB. From Good Friday until Easter Sunday, Jesus laid in the TOMB. How many times in our lives have we stayed in the TOMB, the TOMB of despair and depression, the tomb of grief or fear? Often we have experienced disconnection and isolation that is the TOMB.
As we go journey through this Holy Season, the special time in the church when people are welcomed in, are baptized, and receive the sacraments, it is a powerful reminder that we need to come out of the TOMB. We have to trust in the power of the Risen Lord and open our hearts for change, renewal, and joy in life. We have to come out of the TOMB!
Today, present to the Lord your worries and fears, let go of any anger and resentment you hold on to, and be prepared for a new year. Live in the PRESENCE of the Risen Lord!
Roll back the stone and come on out!