In what ways can we prepare for God's intervention in our lives? Setting the Scene—Mark 16:3 “ They were asking one another, ‘Who will roll away the stone from the entrance of the tomb?’ ” • At dawn, the women come with spices—doing what they already know to do. • They recognize a real obstacle: a stone too heavy for them. • They keep walking anyway, expecting to finish the task. • God has already dispatched an angel (v.4) to remove what they can’t move. Observation—Practical Preparation Meets Divine Provision 1. The women prepare faithfully (spices in hand). 2. They confront the problem honestly (the stone). 3. God intervenes supernaturally (stone rolled away). 4. Their obedience positions them to witness the resurrection. Lessons for Our Own Preparation • Walk in obedience before the miracle. – Luke 1:38—Mary says, “Let it be to me as you have said.” – Obedience invites intervention. • Bring what you have, not what you wish you had. – John 6:9—loaves and fish offered first; multiplication follows. • Acknowledge obstacles without surrendering to them. – 2 Chronicles 20:12—“We do not know what to do, but our eyes are on You.” • Keep moving—faith is active. – James 2:17—“Faith by itself, if it does not have works, is dead.” • Seek Him early and earnestly. – Psalm 5:3—“In the morning, LORD, You hear my voice.” Scriptural Echoes that Reinforce the Pattern • Exodus 14:15-16—Israel steps toward the sea before God parts it. • Joshua 3:13—Priests put feet in Jordan; then the waters stop. • Acts 12:7—Peter rises quickly; chains fall off. Obedient response triggers release. Practical Steps to Prepare Today – Immerse in Scripture daily; faith comes by hearing (Romans 10:17). – Confess and forsake known sin; purity clears the channel (Psalm 66:18). – Pray specifically about the “stone” you face, yet surrender the method of removal (Philippians 4:6-7). – Cultivate expectancy; thank God in advance (1 Thessalonians 5:16-18). – Join with believers; the women traveled together (Hebrews 10:24-25). – Serve while you wait; carry “spices” to bless others (Galatians 6:9-10). Putting It into Practice Show up with a prepared heart, an honest awareness of the obstacle, and unwavering confidence that the God who raised Jesus still rolls stones. Prepare faithfully; watch Him intervene powerfully. |
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