Good Morning, Mary! | Good Morning, Church! | Mary Magdalene | John 20:1-18 | Jacob Cherian | CHAG ^

Good Morning, Mary! | Good Morning, Church! | Mary Magdalene | John 20:1-18 | Jacob Cherian | CHAG What happens when grief meets the risen Christ? In this powerful Resurrection message from John 20:11–18, Dr. Jacob Cherian explores the remarkable encounter between Mary Magdalene and Jesus outside the empty tomb. Through tears, confusion, and loss, Mary discovers the greatest truth in history: Jesus is alive. This sermon examines the rich symbolism in the Gospel of John, contrasting darkness and light, sorrow and joy, weeping and victory. Learn about the life and testimony of Mary Magdalene—a faithful disciple, the first witness of the Resurrection, and a transformed follower of Christ whose life was forever changed by Jesus. Key Themes: • Mary Magdalene and the Empty Tomb • The Resurrection of Jesus Christ • From Weeping to Worship • Darkness to Light in the Gospel of John • The Foundation of Christian Faith • The Incarnation, Crucifixion, Resurrection, and Ascension • The Presence of Christ Through the Holy Spirit • Victory Through the Blood of Jesus • New Creation in Christ • Hope, Joy, and Peace in the Risen Savior Scripture References: John 20:11–18 John 1:4–5 John 8:12 John 13:27, 30 Luke 8:2–3 Hebrews 2:11 Romans 8:29 2 Corinthians 5:17 Revelation 12:11 May this message encourage you to recognize the voice of Jesus in your own moments of sorrow and discover the hope, joy, and peace found in His resurrection. Sermon Outline : GOOD MORNING, MARY! | JOHN 20:11-18 DR. JACOB CHERIAN • John 20:11–18 • The Gospel of John — superabundant symbology – Dark – Light – John 1:4–5; 8:12; 13:27, 30 Mary Magdalene: Wealthy and independent (Luke 8:2–3) – supporter Emotionally/spiritually unstable past – healed by Jesus Probably a middle-aged woman, respectable and influential She was NOT a prostitute Faithful disciple – Jesus was her world First witness to the Resurrection Jesus ascends – that’s not His absence; He will now be present through the Spirit Jesus is the Lord of the Universe The brothers and sisters of Jesus – Heb 2:1 – Rom 8:29 The foundation of our faith – the incarnation, the crucifixion, the resurrection, the ascension (and the coming of the Spirit) 2 Cor 5:17; Rev 12:11 Weeping - Victory & Joy Tears - Triumph & Peace Good Morning, ___________________! Subscribe for more biblical preaching, teaching, worship, and Christ-centered content from City Harvest AG Church. #GoodMorningMary #John20 #MaryMagdalene #ResurrectionOfJesus #JesusIsAlive #EasterMessage #GospelOfJohn #biblicalpreaching Good Morning, Mary! | Good Morning, Church! | Mary Magdalene | John 20:1-18 | Jacob Cherian | CHAG