On the Sabbath

Luke 23:47-56

On the sabbath they rested according to the commandments. Luke 23:56

I have often wondered what the followers of Jesus were thinking and feeling after Jesus' death. It was nearly two full days between Jesus' death and the discovery of the empty tomb.  The scriptures say they rested on the sabbath. What was that like? Did they offer praise and thanks to God that day? Did they see the events that led to Jesus' death as part of God's work? Did they still believe he was the one? Did they share their questions and fears with one another or remain silent? What did they think would happen next?

Even after the death of Jesus, the followers of Jesus remained faithful to God. They may not have had answers or understood what God was doing, but they observed the sabbath and were faithful. In the midst of the trials and difficulties of life may we have the strength to remain faithful to God who is always faithful to us.