The Power of Jesus

While preaching near the Jordan River, Jesus receives word that Lazarus is sick. Surprisingly, he waits two more days before going to Bethany. This isn’t because he doesn’t care. He tells his disciples that this illness will not end in death but will reveal his power and glory. By the time Jesus arrives in Bethany, Lazarus has been in the tomb four days. Jesus goes to the tomb and calls him out, and Lazarus walks out alive! Lazarus could never do this on his own. Jesus shows his power over death so people will believe in him, and many do. But not everyone responds with faith. Some religious leaders still refuse to believe and begin planning to kill Jesus. Even this is part of God’s bigger plan. By raising Lazarus, Jesus points to what is coming—his own death and resurrection. He will go to the cross and defeat death once and for all.