LBW 143, “Now All the Vault of Heaven Resounds”
Devotion
The phrase “Christ has triumphed! He is living!” is repeated many times in this favorite hymn of the Easter season. God turned an apparent tragedy into actual triumph. In one earth-shattering moment, Jesus’ resurrection conquers the three greatest enemies of humankind – sin, Satan and death.
The same power that raised Jesus Christ from the dead can raise us up from our problems and change us. If Jesus can rise from the dead, he can raise a dead relationship; he can raise a dead career. He can forgive our guilt and resentments. Our living savior Jesus has all the power we need.
Prayer
Dear Jesus, I believe that you are the Son of God, that you died on the cross for me and you were raised to life again on that first Easter morning. Forgive my sins, cleanse me from within and give me your triumphant power to live for you. Amen.