We see Peter and John, after a footrace, get to the tomb. When they get there, they see wondrous signs, and they know something has happened or something significant has taken place. They just don’t know what. John believes, even though he doesn’t understand. Sometimes, we have to sit and be comfortable in the mystery. We may not understand God, but we know Him, and we know that He is good. We can sit in the mystery. And that mystery is beautiful.

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Good morning, and happy Wednesday! It’s great to be back with you after what’s been a busy and unpredictable week. Today, we’re diving back into the Gospel of John, looking at chapter 20, verses 1 through 10. Let’s take a moment to reflect on this significant passage.

Early on the first day of the week, while it was still dark, Mary Magdalene discovered that the stone had been removed from the tomb. In shock, she ran to inform Peter and John, exclaiming that the Lord’s body had been taken. The two disciples immediately rushed to the tomb. John arrived first, pausing to observe the linen strips inside, while Peter entered boldly, seeing the burial cloth still neatly in place. Eventually, John also entered, and while he saw and believed, neither disciple fully understood that Jesus had to rise from the dead. Afterward, they returned to where they were staying.

This account carries a profound sense of wonder, confusion, and the beginnings of belief. There is an undeniable beauty in how John includes every detail—even the fact that he outran Peter to the tomb. It’s as though he wants us to know that in this sacred moment, even human nuances mattered. But what stands out most is their belief, despite incomplete understanding.

This passage invites us to reflect on the mystery of faith. Faith isn’t always about having all the answers or understanding every detail. Like the disciples, we often find ourselves standing at the edge of a mystery, seeing evidence of God’s work but not fully grasping its meaning. Yet, belief persists. Faith is often an act of the heart, not the mind. It allows us to embrace the wonder of God’s presence, even when we don’t comprehend everything.

Consider moments in your life where you’ve experienced something deeply beautiful—perhaps a breathtaking sunrise, the sound of a moving choir, or the quiet awe of holding a newborn child. These moments remind us of God’s presence, even if we can’t fully articulate it. In faith, we are invited to live into the mystery of God’s love and resurrection power.

Today, don’t feel the need to understand everything. Rest in the mystery and allow yourself to marvel at God’s goodness. As the disciples would later come to understand more, so will we, in time. For now, lean into the wonder, and let your heart be at peace.

Tomorrow, we’ll reflect on Jesus’ beautiful encounter with Mary Magdalene. Thank you for joining me today. Have a blessed day, and see you tomorrow.