JOHN 19:38-42
JESUS IS LAID IN THE SEPULCHER
“Joseph of Arimethea being a disciple of Jesus besought Pilate ~ and
took the body of Jesus.” John 19:38 KJV
Joseph of Arimethea and Nicodemus were shy, fearing association with
Jesus. His death showed these men to be bold and unashamed to know Him. The
same was true of Peter, who denied Him quickly without hesitation prior to the
crucifixion.When Jesus departed alive, the Holy Spirit came, and these admirers
became bold witnesses to Jesus. He asks us all who believe to bear witness to
his life and resurrection.
There was a season of about 22 years between Jesus being my Savior and
Jesus being my Lord. What a difference ~ like Joseph before Jesus’ death and
after Jesus’ death. Boldness! Peter experienced such boldness that 3000 souls
were saved!
What a difference when Jesus is your Savior than when He is truly your
Lord. From the age of 10, going to church on Sunday was my main evidence of
being a believer. When I surrendered to Him as my Lord, life was different. He
placed a call in my life to teach the Bible. My focus as a believer is to teach
and explain truth through leading Bible Studies and Christian Counseling, where
the word of God is expounded upon for insight and direction.
Once shy ~ now bold. He wants no less from all who believe, like Joseph,
Nicodemus and Peter. Our boldness will be a witness to Him who loves, forgives,
and offers His Lordship to all.
Dear Father, Thank you that Jesus rose from that borrowed grave to be
our mighty King forevermore. Amen
~ Joan Bowers
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