As you go throughout the week reflect on these takeaways:

- The resurrection addresses our disbelief and dissonance. Just as the stone, seal, and soldiers couldn't keep Jesus in the tomb, our doubts cannot diminish God's power. Even when we struggle to fully understand His ways, God meets us with grace. Faith sometimes precedes complete understanding, and that's okay—God won't let go of us as we wrestle with Him.

- The resurrection comforts us in our despair. Mary's grief blinded her to Jesus' presence even when He stood right before her. Yet Jesus called her by name, transforming her mourning into joy. When the Good Shepherd calls His sheep by name, we respond. Whatever despair you're facing today, remember that your source of hope may be closer than you realize.

- The resurrection compels us to declare His goodness. Mary, delivered from seven demons, couldn't help but cling to Jesus and then proclaim, "I have seen the Lord!" Our deliverance demands a declaration. We're called not just to hold onto Jesus privately, but to fulfill the mission He's given us—to tell others about the risen Savior who has conquered death.