“Now after the Sabbath, toward the dawn of the first day of the week, Mary Magdalene and the other Mary went to see the tomb. 2 And behold, there was a great earthquake, for an angel of the Lord descended from heaven and came and rolled back the stone and sat on it. 3 His appearance was like lightning, and his clothing white as snow.4 And for fear of him the guards trembled and became like dead men.5 But the angel said to the women, “Do not be afraid, for I know that you seek Jesus who was crucified. 6 He is not here, for he has risen, as he said.”
Matthew 28:1-6
For many Christians, Easter is like New Year’s Day. Jesus was resurrected on the third day, so the number three must be good. After possibly failing to commit fully to their New Year resolutions and Lenten promises, NOW is the time they change for the better. He is risen, and you will change.
It’s the journey that matters, though, not the final result. Everyone makes mistakes, but if you get up, ask forgiveness, and live each day fulfilling The Lord’s plan as best you can, you will be successful in reaching Heaven.
“I the LORD search the heart and examine the mind, to reward each person according to their conduct, according to what their deeds deserve.”
Jeremiah 17:10
It begins with one step out the door 