He Is Risen

About this episode

This episode explores the implications of the resurrection of Jesus Christ as described in the Gospel of Mark, emphasizing the themes of faith, doubt, and restoration.

In Gospel of Mark chapter 16, we arrive at an ending that feels unexpected—but maybe that’s exactly the point. Instead of a polished resolution, we’re met with an empty tomb, an angelic announcement, and a group of women overwhelmed with fear and awe. It raises the question that sits at the center of Easter: what do we do with the resurrection of Jesus Christ? The angel declares the truth—“He is risen”—but also gives a directive: go and tell. Even in these first moments, we see that the resurrection isn’t just something to believe; it’s something that moves us. And in the mention of Peter, we’re reminded that the heart of the resurrection is restoration. The same disciple who failed, denied, and ran is the one Jesus is already moving toward in grace. But Mark doesn’t tie everything up neatly—he leaves us in the tension of decision. The women flee in fear, standing in the gap between doubt and belief, reason and faith. And maybe that’s where many of us find ourselves too. Easter reminds us that faith isn’t the absence of doubt—it’s courage in the middle of it. The resurrection proves that Jesus made His move: He is who He said He is, and He did what He came to do. Now the question…

Topics covered

• resurrection
• faith
• doubt
• restoration
• Easter
• courage

Keywords

• resurrection
• Easter
• faith
• doubt
• restoration
• Jesus
• Gospel of Mark

Mentioned in this episode

Books & works: Gospel of Mark

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