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April 23, 2020

Exhibiting Resurrection

Jane Herring   |   Read Psalm 116:12-19

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Lectionary Week
April 20–26, 2020
Scripture Overview

As we consider further the power of Jesus’ resurrection, how should we respond? This is the question posed to Peter in the reading in Acts. Peter’s first instruction is to repent, to change course in our thinking and our living to align more with God’s way. The psalmist proclaims his gratitude to God because God has heard his cry, but the process began with the psalmist turning to the Lord. First Peter states that because we have turned and have faith and hope in God, we ought to love one another deeply from the heart. Luke tells the story of two men who meet Jesus on the road to Emmaus. They recognize him only as he breaks the bread, symbolizing that Christian fellowship is also part of a changed life.

Questions and Suggestions for Reflection

Read Acts 2:14a, 36-41. How might you allow Jesus’ crucifixion and resurrection to disrupt your life or your faith? How would such a disruption change you?
Read Psalm 116:1-4, 12-19. When have you learned of God’s great joy for you? How do the Psalms remind you that you are beloved?
Read 1 Peter 1:17-23. How can you take the author’s advice to “act like someone who knows [you are] loved”?
Read Luke 24:13-35. Recall times throughout your life when Jesus has been revealed to you. Which of these encounters have been logical? Which have been supernatural?

Respond by posting a prayer .

Psalm 116:12-19

12 What can I give back to the LORD for all the good things he has done for me? 13 I’ll lift up the cup of salvation. I’ll call on the LORD’s name. 14 I’ll keep the promises I made to the LORD in the presence of all God’s people. 15 The death of the LORD’s faithful is a costly loss in his eyes. 16 Oh yes, LORD, I am definitely your servant! I am your servant and the son of your female servant you’ve freed me from my chains. 17 So I’ll offer a sacrifice of thanksgiving to you, and I’ll call on the LORD’s name. 18 I’ll keep the promises I made to the LORD in the presence of all God’s people, 19 in the courtyards of the LORD’s house, which is in the center of Jerusalem. Praise the LORD!

Unless otherwise indicated, scripture quotations are from the Common English Bible. Copyright © 2011 Common English Bible. Used by permission.

These last eight verses of Psalm 116 continue the theme of gratitude for deliverance. The psalmist’s vows to the Lord and offerings of sacrifice are thankful expressions of joy.

The Hebrew word yaqar, often translated as “precious,” can also be translated as “costly.” The death of the faithful is costly...

God who cherishes my life, I call out to you for deliverance. Help me believe that you desire for me the same resurrection you gave the world through Jesus Christ. Help me act in this joy and thanksgiving today. Amen.


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