When Jesus released His last breath, the Jews who had clamored for His death thought they’d silenced Him for good. They had no idea they’d played into God’s plan. These devout Jews should have seen the truth. They knew the Scripture. They’d been taught the prophecies. But their minds had envisioned what they thought was best—a mighty warrior king who would free them from Roman rule. Such shortsightedness… When Jesus overcame the grave, He fulfilled the prophecies, and now Peter let these men know with all certainty who Jesus was.

Jesus was, is, and will always be. And there’s a prophecy left to fulfill: He’s coming again! Are you ready for Him?