THE EASTER VIGIL

MASS OF EASTER NIGHT

I Reading: Romans 6:3-11

Gospel: Mark 16:1-7

JESUS’ VICTORY OVER DEATH & HIS GREAT COMMISSION,

John 16:1-20

The Proofs of the Resurrection, Mk 16: 1-13

There are eleven proofs (events) of the resurrection of Jesus in these verses-proofs that should stir faith in the Lord Jesus Christ.

1.     The sad and despairing women (v.1-3)

a.     They witnessed his death and burial

b.    They bought and brought spices to anoint his body

c.      They were strict religionists who obeyed the law

d.    They were practical, sensible, thinking women-not hysterical, nor deceived

2.     The rolled away stone (v.4)

3.     The young man dressed in a white robe (v.5-6)

a.     He sat on the right side

b.    He made a frightening appearance

c.      He commanded authority

4.     The missing body of Jesus (v.6)

5.     The compassionate, encouraging word to Peter (v.7)

6.     The fulfilment of the Lord’s promise (v.7)

7.     The fright and silence of the women (v.8)

8.     The appearance to Mary Magdalene (v.9-10)

9.     The immediate unbelief of the disciples (v.11) (Mk 16:14; Jn 3:18; Heb 3:12; 4:11)

10.The appearance to two disciples (v.12)

11.The  continued unbelief of other disciples (v.13) (Lk 24:25; Mk 4:40; Jn 3:36; 8:24)