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John 20:1-18. I HAVE RISEN….TAKE HOLD ON ME!. INTRODUCTION. The followers of Jesus were deserted.. The followers of Jesus wondered what are we going to do…. The followers of Jesus were terrified.. I have Risen…take hold of me. BROKENESS. Mary/2 Waking to Emmaus - SAD
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John 20:1-18 I HAVE RISEN….TAKE HOLD ON ME!
INTRODUCTION • The followers of Jesus were deserted.. • The followers of Jesus wondered what are we going to do…. • The followers of Jesus were terrified.. • I have Risen…take hold of me
BROKENESS • Mary/2 Waking to Emmaus - SAD • Peter – SCARED • Followers - SCATTERED • JESUS APPEARED TO THEM…. I have RISEN
SAD • Mary – followed Jesus to the tomb • Two followers – Walk to Emmaus • Jesus appeared to them……I have RISEN • Paul said, “Rejoice and again I say rejoice…”
SCARED • Peter Denied…..Matt26:69 • Disciples……Behind Locked doors John20:19 • Jesus appeared to them… I have RISEN • Jesus said, “Peace be with you”
SCATTERED • The Shepherd stroked sheep scattered.. • The Disciples beside the sea of Galilee…John21:1,2 • Jesus appeared to them.. I have RISEN • Jesus said, “ follow me” John21:19
Conclusion • Remember today there are many challenges that distract us from following Jesus… • Remember today God has given us the resurrection power of Jesus to work God’s will and purpose. • Angel said, He is not here: He is risen, as he said...Let’s take hold of Him