I HAVE RISEN….TAKE HOLD ON ME!

John 20:1-18

INTRODUCTION

The followers of Jesus were deserted..

The followers of Jesus wondered what are we going to do….

The followers of Jesus were terrified..

I have Risen…take hold of me

BROKENESS

Mary/2 Waking to Emmaus - SAD

Peter – SCARED

Followers - SCATTERED

JESUS APPEARED TO THEM…. I have RISEN

SAD

Mary – followed Jesus to the tomb

Two followers – Walk to Emmaus

Jesus appeared to them……I have RISEN

Paul said, “Rejoice and again I say rejoice…”

SCARED

Peter Denied…..Matt26:69

Disciples……Behind Locked doors John20:19

Jesus appeared to them… I have RISEN

Jesus said, “Peace be with you”

SCATTERED

The Shepherd stroked sheep scattered..

The Disciples beside the sea of Galilee…John21:1,2

Jesus appeared to them.. I have RISEN

Jesus said, “ follow me” John21:19

Conclusion

Remember today there are many challenges that distract us from following Jesus…

Remember today God has given us the resurrection power of Jesus to work God’s will and purpose.

Angel said, He is not here: He is risen, as he said...Let’s take hold of Him