“Mary …” (John 20:16)

When Mary Magdalene went to the tomb on Sunday morning to care for Jesus’s body, one word lifted her from the depths of sorrow to the realization that hope lives. That one word was her name, spoken by the resurrected Son of God:

Jesus saith unto her, Woman, why weepest thou? whom seekest thou? She, supposing him to be the gardener, saith unto him, Sir, if thou have borne him hence, tell me where thou hast laid him, and I will take him away.

Jesus saith unto her, Mary. She turned herself, and saith unto him, Rabboni; which is to say, Master.

John 20:15–16

Mary didn’t realize that Jesus Christ was there in front of her until she heard Him say her name—but that one word was the beginning of a beautiful celebration of the Savior’s Resurrection. Like Mary, those of us who seek Jesus Christ can discover that He knows each of us by name and that we are invited to see and know Him and His glory. Because of His sacrifice, we can return to live with Him again and all people will be resurrected. Truly, there has never been a greater love.

Invitation: Celebrate Greater Love

Easter is a time of joy for those who believe in Jesus Christ! Today, seek the Lord as Mary did by going to a place where He can be found. Celebrate the gift of His Atonement and Resurrection at an Easter church service, and invite others to join you. Sing songs of His redeeming love, and feel the Spirit testify that Jesus Christ knows you personally.

Questions

What part of Easter Sunday worship brought you the most joy this year?
What unexpected things did you learn as you studied about Jesus Christ this Holy Week?
What Easter traditions are you looking forward to beginning or continuing next year?

Record Your Impressions

Videos

Song

“He Is Risen!,” Hymns, no. 199

Activity for Children

Jesus Christ knows your name! He loves and understands you perfectly. Color the empty tomb to remember how He was resurrected for each of us.