April 19, 2022

“Our soul waits for the Lord; he is our help and our shield. Indeed, our heart rejoices in him, for in his holy Name we put our trust.” (Psalm 33:20-21)

Instead of “Don’t just stand there, do something”, the Gospel says, “Don’t just do something, stand there.”

God raised Jesus from the dead without help from anyone else. The resurrection is the ultimate answer to the question: “why should I trust God?” Because the tomb is empty, in His holy name we put our trust.

“O God, who by the glorious resurrection of your Son Jesus Christ destroyed death and brought life and immortality to light: Grant that we, who have been raised with him, may abide in his presence and rejoice in the hope of eternal glory; through Jesus Christ our Lord, to whom, with you and the Holy Spirit, be dominion and praise for ever and ever. Amen.” (Tuesday in Easter Week – BCP)