…and the tombs broke open. The bodies of many holy people who had died were raised to life. 53 They came out of the tombs after Jesus’ resurrection and went into the holy city and appeared to many people. - Matthew 27:52-53
Dear Jesus,
You give us one verse about this crazy phenomenon that happened Easter weekend and leave us with so many questions. Which saints got to come back to life and walk the earth? How long were they here? Who did they show themselves too? When did they leave again? All tantalizing questions! But this I do get; Your death and resurrection was underscored by their resurrection. You really did conquer death for us. They were the early fruit after your first fruit resurrection. I will be next along with millions of other Christians who will arise on the last day and live forever in glorified flesh and blood. I look forward to that day and find great comfort in believing this truth, especially when I consider the way my body is slowing down and showing it's mileage. Thank you for raising those folks to encourage me about my future.
Amen
Pastor Don Patterson
Additional Reading: Colossians 1:15-20