Mary Magdalene
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Confusion at the Tomb — for Easter Day
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2 min read
In the visit to the tomb, we see the elements of Easter that are often pushed aside, like the bindness of grief and trust in the witness of others
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Called by name—for Easter
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2 min read
Recognizing the risen Jesus seems like it should be easy for those who knew him best. So why can’t Mary recognize him…at first?
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Mary was there
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5 min read
In Mary, we have the epitome of presence, of apprehension and participation. And a vision for what the resurrection means.
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Mary and the power of showing up
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1 min read
In the Easter story, Mary Magdalene offers a contrast to the competitive character of discipleship we too readily prefer.
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Unbind Them
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7 min read
The focus of Lazarus’s resurrection story is witnessing the glory of God. The heart, then, is found in how Mary responds.
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Even more like John
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3 min read
Dealing with the death and resurrection of Lazarus gives us several beautiful arcs and themes for deep conversation.