“How we thank God, who gives us victory over sin and death through Jesus Christ our Lord!” (1 Corinthians 15:57 NLT).
Can’t you just see Satan pacing the floors of hell wondering if Christ would rise like He said He would? The earthquake. The veil torn in two. The darkness in the middle of the day. What did it all mean in the big plan?
Can you imagine him wringing his hands in anxious dread? Did what he set in motion fulfill just what he’d desired? Did dead mean dead when it came to this man named Jesus?
Can you believe with me that he has placed on hold any celebrations until after the third day? His minions are chomping at the bits to celebrate Jesus’ death on the cross, but the party is on hold until after Sunday morning.
Did he hesitate proclaiming victory? Did he allow any ray of hope to glimmer in the pits of hell?
Would Easter Sunday be Indepedence Day for Satan—or for us?
Aren’t you glad you know the rest of this story. He Lives!
Malinda Edgell
Illinois
PRAY TOGETHER: Pray that churches will be filled tomorrow and that many would come to know Christ through tomorrow’s Easter services and special events. Pray especially for Easter services at your church.
