Leflore Baptist Association

The Tomb is still Empty

How many times have you looked around and thought, “The world has gone crazy”? It seems like everywhere we turn, things feel unsettled and confusing. People are searching for identity and meaning in all kinds of ways, and often those efforts leave us with more questions than answers. Even creation itself seems unpredictable. As I write this, the weather has swung from the low 20s to the low 90s all in the same week in March. In Oklahoma, we joke about experiencing all four seasons in a matter of days, but lately it feels less like a joke and more like a reality.

And it’s not just the weather. We see unrest across our nation and around the world. There are conflicts over politics, religion, and basic freedoms. Wars continue, tensions rise, and the constant stream of news can become overwhelming. At times, it’s tempting to just tune it all out, to turn off the TV and try to ignore the chaos.

But the truth is, this isn’t the first time people have felt like the world was spinning out of control. Imagine living during the days of Jesus’ trial and crucifixion. Rome ruled with power, injustice was common, and tensions were high. For those who believed Jesus was the Messiah, His death must have felt like the ultimate defeat. Their hopes seemed buried along with Him.

Yet, when the darkness was at its deepest, the light shone the brightest. The grave could not hold Him—Jesus rose again!

No matter how chaotic this world may seem, we serve a Savior who is never caught off guard. He is present, He is faithful, and He is victorious. As we walk through uncertain and often troubling days, we can hold tightly to His promise in Matthew 28:20: “I am with you always, to the end of the age.”

Yes, the world may feel crazy, but the tomb is still empty. And because of that, we have hope. We are not alone. We have a risen Savior who has overcome the world. Even in dark days, we have so much to celebrate!

Because He Lives,

Bentley Hill