Finished, but not Done + Easter Vigil
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This Easter Vigil sermon from Good Shepherd LCMS Boise reflects on John 20:1-18, the resurrection of Jesus as witnessed by Mary Magdalene. The preacher unpacks the emotional weight of Mary's grief and confusion at the empty tomb, contrasting her despair with the divine mystery of the resurrection. While the disciples initially react with confusion, John's belief is sparked by the orderly arrangement of the linen cloths—evidence not of theft, but of resurrection. The sermon emphasizes that Jesus' resurrection is not just a past event, but an ongoing reality: 'It is finished, but not done.' Christ's work continues through his ascension, intercession, and ongoing presence in the lives of believers through Word, Sacrament, and the call to mission. The message is one of hope, identity, and purpose: because Christ has risen, believers are no longer bound by death, sin, or despair. They are called to live in joy, do good, and proclaim the Gospel, just as Mary was sent to announce, 'I have seen the Lord.'
Salvation is complete—'It is finished'—but Christ's work continues in our lives.
The empty tomb is not just proof of resurrection, but a promise of our own future resurrection.
Jesus calls us by name, restores us, and sends us on mission with hope.
Through baptism and the Eucharist, we are joined to Christ’s death and resurrection.
Christ intercedes for us in heaven, ensuring our eternal life.
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The Empty Tomb and Mary's Grief
“They have taken the Lord out of the tomb, and we do not know where they have laid him.”
The Disciples' Reaction and John's Belief
Peter and John race to the tomb. John arrives first and sees the linen cloths lying neatly, which leads him to believe—even though he doesn't yet understand the scripture about resurrection.
Jesus Appears to Mary Magdalene
“Jesus said to her, Mary. She turned and said to him in Aramaic, Rabboni, which means teacher.”
The Ongoing Work of Christ
“For I have not yet ascended to the Father. But go to my brothers and say to them, I am ascending to my Father and your Father, to my God and your God.”
The Call to Live in Resurrection Power
The sermon concludes with a call to live as those who are already risen—free from despair, empowered by grace, and sent to love and serve others in Christ's name.
“My father is your father. My God is your God.”
“He is risen indeed. Alleluia. Amen.”
“It is finished. The price is paid. Salvation is won. Christ has done it. And he's not done yet.”
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Jesus Christ
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Mary Magdalene
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John 20
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The Father
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The Tomb
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John
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Simon Peter
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Baptism
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Eucharist
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The Holy Spirit
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