Mary Magdalene
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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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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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In Mary, we have the epitome of presence, of apprehension and participation. And a vision for what the resurrection means.
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In the Easter story, Mary Magdalene offers a contrast to the competitive character of discipleship we too readily prefer.
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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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Dealing with the death and resurrection of Lazarus gives us several beautiful arcs and themes for deep conversation.