The tomb is empty

While Christ was on this earth He spoke to His disciples that the Son of Man had to be crucified, but He also told them that on the third day He would be resurrected. While Christ was on the cross, some people said to Him: “He entrusted himself to God, now why does not His God save Him?” Christ suffered the reproach to free us from hell and sin, and His most tender words on that cross were: “Father forgive them because they do not know what they are doing”.

After having the three days of Christ dying on the cross passed, the Bible tells us that Mary Magdalene and the other Mary went to see the tomb and at that time there was a great earthquake. This earthquake was because an Angel of the Lord whose appearance was like lightning descended from heaven removed the stone from the grave. The guards who were at that place were perplexed by such a scenario. It was simply a moment worth admiring and it was the biggest scenario in the history of mankind: The King had risen, Christ had risen from the dead.

The Bible continues narrating:

5 The angel said to the women, “Do not be afraid, for I know that you are looking for Jesus, who was crucified.

6 He is not here; he has risen, just as he said. Come and see the place where he lay.

Matthew 28:5-6

The truth is that Christ had risen from the dead as He had said before, and that Christ rose from the dead is something great, death could not against Him, the earth could not keep Him, He rose with great glory He stood up, and no longer as a lamb that went to the cross, but as the King of the whole universe. There is no longer a Jude who delivers Him, nor a Pilato who washes his hands with presumed innocence, and there are no more those who say: “We want Barabbas, not Jesus.” Now He reigns with power and we give glory and honor to Him for ever.

You feel sad? Christ resurrected. Do you feel tired, without strength and that you can not anymore? The tomb is empty! May this be your motivation in the Christian life.

The resurrection of Christ is not simply an event to be remembered once a year; it is the very foundation of the Christian faith. Without the resurrection there would be no hope, no salvation, and no assurance of eternal life. His victory over death is the greatest demonstration that God’s promises are true, and that everything Christ taught carries eternal weight. The empty tomb is the confirmation that the power of darkness was defeated forever, and that all who believe in Him have the certainty of a new life.

When the angel spoke to the women, he not only announced the resurrection, but he also gave them a mission: to go quickly and share the news with the disciples. This is also a calling for us today. The resurrection is not a truth to be hidden, but a message to be proclaimed. It is the good news that transforms sadness into joy, weakness into strength, and despair into hope. If Christ lives, then everything He said is trustworthy, and every promise is secure in Him.

Moreover, the resurrection reveals that no stone—no matter how heavy—can stop the plans of God. The stone was large, sealed, and guarded, yet none of this could prevent Christ from rising. In the same way, there are circumstances in our lives that seem immovable, moments when everything appears dark and lifeless. But the empty tomb reminds us that God can move any stone and bring life where there was only death. His power exceeds every obstacle, and His purposes always prevail.

As believers, we are called to walk in the power of that resurrection. This means living with the certainty that Christ is with us, that He intercedes for us, and that He strengthens us each day. His resurrection assures us that our struggles are not in vain and that, even in moments of trial, victory is already guaranteed in Him. If Christ conquered death, then He can also help us overcome fear, anxiety, temptation, and every adversity we face.

Therefore, let the empty tomb be your reminder that you are not alone, that God has not forgotten you, and that your story has hope. Christ lives, and because He lives, you can move forward. Lift your head, trust in His promises, and rest in the truth that the same power that raised Jesus from the dead is working in your life today.