A contemplation of Mary Magdalene recognizing the risen Lord by hearing His voice post-resurrection. Exploring her struggle with doubt and societal skepticism as the first witness. Highlighting the transformative moment of recognizing Jesus through his voice, paralleling followers recognizing the shepherd's voice.
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Mary Magdalene's immediate recognition of Jesus' voice reinforces the authenticity of her resurrection encounter.
The imagery of Jesus as the good shepherd in Mary's encounter invites reflection on recognizing His voice in our lives.
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Mary Magdalene: The First Witness to the Resurrection
Mary Magdalene, despite being a woman with no standing in a Jewish law court, was the first witness to the resurrection of Jesus. John emphasizes her credibility as a witness, highlighting that in his time and culture, her testimony would not have been recorded unless it were true. Her initial encounter with Jesus in the garden, mistaking him for the gardener, yet immediately recognizing his voice when he called her name, reinforces the authenticity of her experience.
The Voice of the Good Shepherd
The encounter between Mary Magdalene and Jesus echoes the imagery of Jesus as the good shepherd from John's gospel. When Jesus calls Mary by name, it resonates with his statement about the shepherd knowing his sheep by name and leading them. This moment illustrates a deeper spiritual connection where believers, like sheep, recognize the voice of the shepherd. The analogy of Jesus as the good shepherd resonates beyond Mary's experience, inviting listeners to reflect on recognizing and responding to Jesus' voice in their own lives.
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Encounter at the Garden Tomb: The First Witness to the Resurrection
It was not until she heard His voice that Mary Magdalene recognized the risen Lord. Today, Sinclair Ferguson contemplates the remarkable testimony of the first witness to the resurrection of Christ.