Apply angel's message to daily life?
How can we apply the angel's message to our daily Christian walk?

The Empty Tomb: Anchor for Faith

“ ‘He is not here; He has risen, just as He said. Come, see the place where He lay.’ ” (Matthew 28:6)

• The angel’s words confirm the literal, bodily resurrection that Jesus promised.

• This historical event grounds every doctrine, promise, and hope found in Scripture.

• “If Christ has not been raised, your faith is futile; you are still in your sins.” (1 Corinthians 15:17) — because He is raised, faith is effective and sins are forgiven.


Come and See: Nourishing Daily Worship

• The invitation to “come” keeps hearts engaged in personal, Scripture-saturated worship.

• Set aside unhurried moments to read Gospel accounts of the resurrection.

• Meditate on passages like Psalm 16:10–11 and Isaiah 25:8 that foretold victory over death.

• Let praise flow naturally: “My heart and my flesh sing for joy to the living God.” (Psalm 84:2)


He Has Risen: Living in Resurrection Power

Romans 6:4 — “Just as Christ was raised… we too may walk in newness of life.”

– Say no to sin with confidence; the same power that raised Jesus lives in believers (Romans 8:11).

– Pursue holiness; resurrection life is morally transformational, not merely inspirational.

Colossians 3:1-3 — Set minds on things above, not on earthly distractions.


Go and Tell: Sharing the News

• The angel quickly moved from “come and see” to “go quickly and tell” (Matthew 28:7).

• Everyday application:

– Speak openly of Christ’s triumph with family, neighbors, co-workers.

– Live the Great Commission mindset (Matthew 28:19-20) by praying for and investing in disciples.

– Rely on the Spirit’s empowering witness (Acts 1:8).


Fear Not: Walking in Bold Confidence

• Resurrection banishes fear of death, rejection, and the unknown.

Hebrews 13:6 — “The Lord is my helper; I will not be afraid. What can man do to me?”

• Face daily challenges certain that the risen Christ remains present and sovereign (Matthew 28:20b).


Hope Unshakable: Persevering through Trials

1 Peter 1:3-5 — A “living hope” born from the resurrection sustains endurance.

• Suffering believers remember future bodily resurrection (Romans 8:18-23).

• Encourage one another with this hope, especially in seasons of loss or persecution.


Putting It into Practice

• Memorize Matthew 28:6 this week; recite it whenever discouragement arises.

• Begin each morning thanking God for an empty tomb and a living Savior.

• Identify one person to whom you will verbally share the resurrection message in the next few days.

• Serve someone sacrificially as a living picture of new-life compassion.

• End each day reflecting on ways resurrection power was evident, giving thanks for every glimpse.

What does 'He is not here; He has risen' mean for our faith?
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