Jesus is readying the disciples for Pentecost and the explosion of the gospel. Not even Thomas’ doubts can stop the Kingdom of God

John shows us a despondent Mary Magdalene still at Jesus’ tomb. She is so distraught that even the sight of angels cannot break through the fog surrounding her. But with a word – calling her name, “Mary” – Jesus shows His great love for her.

Jesus defeated death by rising from the grave and lives forever. His risen life has an explicit purpose, to call His people to Himself and to send them out into the world with a message of forgiveness and salvation.

In the Savior’s work of redemption, we often rightly focus on Jesus’ death and resurrection. But it is also important for us to understand the account of His burial as well.