Empty

Luke 24:3-4 “ But they found the stone rolled away from the tomb. Then they went in and did not find the body of the Lord Jesus.”

Empty: containing nothing; not filled or occupied. (New Oxford American Dictionary)

Driving on a long trip, we are careful, not allowing our tank to get near empty. The delicious snack bowl enjoyed, now empty. The house, emptied of its contents, ready for the move.

Many ways to look at “empty.” But empty can be a good thing. To the Christian, it is the best news. An empty grave. Containing nothing. Not occupied. Jesus is not there. He has conquered death and is now seated at the right hand of the Father, interceding on our behalf. We serve a risen Savior. He is alive, preparing a place for us where we will praise and worship Him forever.

“The cross represents doom for sin and hope for sinners. It condemns sin and cleanses souls. The cross is where Jesus was crucified in our place and where Christ brings resurrection life to mankind. The bloodstained cross is gruesome to some, but the empty cross is full of hope.” Billy Graham