The theme for today’s novena is HOPE IN ETERNAL LIFE AND VICTORY OVER DEATH
The Resurrection of Jesus (Matthew 28:1-10, Luke 24:1-12)
Reading: Mathew Chp 28 vs 5-8
The angel spoke to the women, ”You must not be afraid”, he said. “I know you are looking for Jesus, who was crucified. He is not here, he has been raised, just as he said. Come here and see the place where he was lying. Go quickly now and tell his disciples,’ He has been raised from death, and now he is going to Galilee ahead of you, there you will see him!’. Remember what I have told you”. So they left the tomb in a hurry, afraid and yet filled with joy, and ran to tell his disciples.
Reflection: Jesus’ resurrection demonstrates that death no longer holds ultimate power. The reading does not leave us with the despair of Good Friday, but with the exhilarating hope of Easter Sunday- a hope that death has been conquered, and that eternal life is a promise for those who follow Jesus. His resurrection is the pattern and the promise of our own future resurrection. It is the cornerstone of Christian faith.
