The Gospels: The Empty Tomb
Matthew 27
(v.65) Pilate didn't like the Pharisees, and especially not that now they forced him to crucify a man he thought was innocent. He told them to put whatever guards they thought necessary, but he already had at least a dozen of his own guarding the tomb.
Matthew 28
(v.1) On Sunday, after the Sabbath, the ladies came to anoint Jesus' body with fragrances. In another gospel, as they are walking there, they realize that they won't be able to move the huge rock that is blocking the entrance! Isn't that like us sometimes? We get so focused on something and we don't see the reality right in front of us!
(v.4) There was no conspiracy here...the angel made the men fall asleep. Remember, a Roman guard was to kill himself if his charge escaped, so I doubt over a dozen Roman guards risked death to help the disciples steal Jesus' body!
(v.7) He is risen!!!
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