How to Study the Bible - Bible Study Made Simple

I Have Seen the Lord: Mary Magdalene’s Powerful Encounter with the Risen Jesus


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Last week, we walked through the crucifixion and the meaning behind Jesus’ final words, “It is finished.” If you haven’t listened to that episode, I’d love for you to go back and check it out.

But today, we’re focusing on just three words spoken in this chapter—words from Mary Magdalene: “I have seen the Lord.” one of the most powerful and personal moments in all of Scripture—John chapter 20.

So what does it mean to really see the Lord? How does this resurrection story become personal? And why does this matter for our lives right now?

In This Episode:

A Grieving Heart, A Personal Encounter
Mary stays behind at the empty tomb, weeping—and Jesus meets her there. He speaks her name. She turns. She sees. She believes.

The Power of a Name
Jesus doesn’t reveal Himself with a grand announcement—He simply says her name. This is what He does with us too—He meets us personally, tenderly, right where we are.

“I Have Seen the Lord”
This declaration isn’t just a statement—it’s a witness. Mary becomes the first evangelist of the resurrection. Her story, and our story, is rooted in personal encounter with Jesus.

Your Invitation Today
Jesus is still calling names. He’s still showing up. He’s still inviting us to turn and see Him—to believe, to be changed, and to share that hope with others.

Let This Encourage You:

We serve a God who weaves together beauty out of sorrow, who calls us by name, and who invites us into a living, personal relationship with Him.

May you be able to say today, with confidence:
“I have seen the Lord.”

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