September 18, 2026
24th Week in Ordinary Time
Empty Tomb, Full Faith
…if Christ has not been raised, then empty too is our preaching; empty, too, your faith.
1 Corinthians 15:14

The tomb was empty. And it changed everything.

That’s not hyperbole or trite aphorism. It’s the bedrock on which our Christian faith stands. Jesus Christ rose from the dead and destroyed the power death holds over us. This message has compelled saints and martyrs to proclaim the Good News to every corner of the world.

And yet, after 2,000 years, it’s easy to become blind to the radical claim of Scriptures and creeds. We allow ourselves to forget that the tomb is empty, and so we empty our faith of its power. This is why regular participation in the rites of the Church are so important: They are opportunities to hear the Gospel anew and remember that one day our tombs will also stand empty. That’s not empty words but a foundation of faith.

- Jonathan F. Sullivan

1 Corinthians 15:12-20 ✚ Psalm 17:1, 6-8, 15 ✚ Luke 8:1-3
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freeter
September 18, 2026 at 10:47 AM

Amen. :)

Salina (not in control)
September 18, 2026 at 09:47 AM

Yes, indeed! The empty tomb is what sets Christianity apart from all other religions ✝️ *** 1 Corinthians 15:17-18, “And if Christ has not been raised, then your faith is useless and you are still guilty of your sins. In that case, all who have died believing in Christ are lost!” *** Romans 1:3-4, “The Good News is about His Son. In His earthly life He was born into King David’s family line, and He was shown to be the Son of God when He was raised from the dead by the power of the Holy Spirit. He is Jesus...
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Salina (not in control)
September 18, 2026 at 09:49 AM

Oh Death by MercyMe https://youtu.be/zptFkmnCLP8?is=xpVD1gIhmAj65RxR

ADV
September 18, 2026 at 09:08 AM

AMEN!

CBR
September 18, 2026 at 09:06 AM

Thank you Lord for your love and gift of eternal life with you in Jesus name I pray Amen Amen Amen

Gary
September 18, 2026 at 08:56 AM

Amen!

Sandy K
September 18, 2026 at 08:44 AM

The tomb is empty, praise be to God! Prayers and blessings to LF family.

Holly
September 18, 2026 at 08:36 AM

Amen!

Stormi
September 18, 2026 at 08:23 AM

Amen Jonathan, your words give energy to move forward, thank you. Blessings to all the LFF, especially those with extra needs. Holy Spirit fill the hearts of all to guide us to a more heavenly earth.

Mike
September 18, 2026 at 08:31 AM

Amen

Cheryl
September 18, 2026 at 06:37 AM

Amen

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