After the ladies purchased the correct spices and supplies to properly bury Jesus (He had died too close to sundown) and headed to the tomb. Likely they purchased these things just after the Sabbath ended and the shops opened up (think trying to buy gas on Christmas Eve night). They rushed to the tomb and were surprised to find it opened and empty. Mary began to cry but was surprised to hear a voice interacting with her.

One of the surprising aspects after His resurrection to me is how many don’t recognize Him! I wonder if He was already somewhat radiant or if they just didn’t believe He’d come back to life. Either way, Mary is the first to see Him and then He starts making the rounds to the other disciples. Thomas doubts but is found trusting just at the sight of Him.

I love John 20:31 – the book was written to show the world Jesus! The world must know about Him and this amazing story!