Introduction

Good morning, beloved family of God. We gather here, not as individuals, but as a collective body, bound by our shared love for the Lord Jesus Christ. Today, we find ourselves standing on the threshold of a profound revelation, a revelation that will illuminate our path and embolden our faith. We turn our hearts and minds to the Gospel of Matthew, chapter 28. The words of our Lord Jesus Christ, as recorded in this chapter, carry a weighty message for each one of us.

Matthew 28 tells us: [Read passage]

In the spirit of this profound scripture, we will be focusing on three main points today: Belief in His Backing, Bearing the Burdens with Him, and Basking in His Benevolence.

Belief in His Backing

The angel's words to the women at the tomb: They’re not just a declaration of Christ's resurrection. They are also a proclamation of God's backing. The angel says, "He is not here; he has risen, just as he said." These words remind us that God's promises are true, that His words are reliable, that His backing is certain. When we believe in His backing, we are not merely acknowledging a theological truth. We are embracing a life-changing reality. We are affirming that God is for us, that He is with us, that He is backing us in every situation, in every challenge, in every struggle.

The assurance of His presence: When the angel tells the women that Jesus has risen, he is not just announcing a historical event. He is also affirming a spiritual truth. The resurrection of Jesus Christ is not just a fact of history. It is a reality of our faith. It is the assurance that God is with us, that He is present in our lives, that He is backing us in our journey of faith.

The affirmation of His power: The resurrection of Jesus Christ is not just a miracle. It is a demonstration of God's power. It is a display of His might. It is a testament to His ability to overcome death, to conquer the grave, to triumph over sin. When we believe in His backing, we are affirming His power, His might, His ability to bring victory in our lives.

The acknowledgment of His promise: The angel's words, "He has risen, just as he said," remind us that God's promises are true, that His words are reliable, that His backing is certain. When we believe in His backing, we are acknowledging His promise, His reliability, His certainty.

The acceptance of His provision: The resurrection of Jesus Christ is not just a fulfillment of prophecy. It is a provision of salvation. It is a provision of grace. It is a provision of hope. When we believe in His backing, we are accepting His provision, His grace, His hope.

Bearing the Burdens with Him

The role of the angel in this narrative: The angel, a divine messenger, is the one who rolls away the stone ... View this full PRO sermon free with PRO