Why 3 Days?

The resurrection of Jesus gives you the power to close the gap between the life you are living and the life you could be living.  (Romans 8:11) 

The Friday of Jesus's cross was a day of pain.  He had physical, emotional, relational pain. God always puts purpose in our pain.  There is no pain that His purpose cannot redeem.  (Romans 8:28) 

The Saturday after Jesus's death was a day of confusion.  His disciples were wanting answers.  Thomas was doubting.  Peter wanted to give up and go fishing.  They all felt alone. 

In confusion, get close to God. (Psalm 73:16-17) There is no confusion that His presence cannot calm.

  

On Sunday, Jesus proved the He is the resurrection and the life.  (John 11:25-26)  There is no death that His power cannot resurrect. (Philippians 3:10-11)  There is no past that Jesus cannot take.  

Chris Hodges, Church of the Highlands