One of the greatest cruelties—happened to Mary Magdalene. You will soon understand why her story means more now than ever before.
For starters, Jesus rescued her from what so many women faced in those days. Now she is redeemed and planted into a family of indescribable love. Things would never be the same. Her nights of remorse, her days of futility, her emptiness, were now all distant memories.
The next three years were a life she could never have imagined. Crisscrossing Judea. Hanging on Jesus’ every word. Weeping gloriously over every miracle. Everyday, she woke up a more powerful and joyous woman of God than the day before. She thought it would go on forever.
Everyday, she woke up a more powerful and joyous woman of God than the day before. She thought it would go on forever.
People use the phrase “nothing could be worse…” I will use it this way: Nothing could be worse than to be in hell, and then taste heaven, only to return to hell.
On that fateful Friday, it all went horribly, horribly wrong. How could the One Who called the dead back to life and silenced a storm at sea, be arrested? Can the One who gave words of exquisite beauty, love and wisdom, be tortured and killed? No one wanted to save Jesus more than Mary. She felt horror and helplessness.
No one wanted to save Jesus more than Mary. She felt horror and helplessness than she.
That night, profound hope with threatened by bitterness and disappointment. Evil said, “it would have been better if you had never met Him!” Sleep came when exhaustion became more powerful than sorrow. She was too wounded and drained to even think about what she should do with her life.
Mary is of special importance to me today, because her testimony is the best one I can think of this Easter. Mary’s miracle is the miracle the American church needs now!
Here’s why: When the first shafts of Sunday morning light stirred her awake, she dreaded it. If ever a heart was broken beyond repair—if ever a soul would rage against the approach of hope—if ever a woman just wanted to go back to sleep and never wake up, it was Mary.
That is why she was shocked when she felt an odd energy coming over her. She soon felt an even stranger impulse—to go to the tomb where Jesus lay! How could she return to the only spot on earth that could reopen her wound?
What overruled her despair? What fuel was driving her so completely against her common sense and her broken heart?
Something overruled her despair! What fuel was driving her so completely against her common sense and her broken heart? Paul answers that emphatically! “But if the Spirit of Him who raised Jesus from the dead dwells in you, He who raised Christ from the dead will also give life to your mortal bodies through His Spirit Who dwells in you” (Romans 8:11).
Do you know any therapist capable of rebuilding the ashes and rubble of her soul? Can any drug, any teaching, any relationship, reassemble her heart the way the gentle but powerful Comforter could?
The resurrection sent shock waves through the principalities and powers of darkness.
We all know about the power of the resurrection: it was the greatest display of power the universe has ever known; even greater than the alleged “big bang” that, theoretically, began the universe. The resurrection sent shock waves through the principalities and powers of darkness. It shattered Satan’s power and stripped him of the keys of death and Hell (Rev. 1:8). Jesus set the captives free in the bowels of the earth, and “led captivity captive” (Ephesians 4:8).
But, the first burst of resurrection power was much gentler. Mary was the first human to feel the power of the resurrection. Her eyes, which were red and sore from sobbing, were now refreshed and clear. Her arms which had hung limp from heartsick lethargy were now responsive, strong, and full of purpose. She sat up and found hope pumping through her veins. She wondered, “Why!”
A notion seized her, gently, but firmly. She knew she was to go to the tomb, and she immediately got going! Washing up, brushing her hair, and quickly getting dressed. All the while the expectancy of an indescribable ‘something’ was building in her soul. Before she knew it, she was out the door, and charging toward her worst fear. Only, now, she was not afraid.
She found the tomb vacant. Then she turned and saw Him whom her soul loved. Many awesome things happened that Easter, but none more wonderful than Mary reunited with her Savior.
She is the best testimony I can think of for our national dreams that have gone up in smoke.
In the genetically altered, politically charged, drug addicted, violent purgatory that is America today, Mary Magdalene stands as a poignant figure. She is the best testimony I can think of for our national dreams that have gone up in smoke. Our culture has wearied itself with perversion…hunting down everything natural and replacing it with a disfigured counterfeit. It has marched, protested, and boycotted the very color and life out of everything—to the point that everything is a cause for taking offense.
What happened to Mary, is proof that there is nothing better than the Gospel.
America! This is what you need!
“Now when He rose early on the first day of the week, He appeared first to Mary Magdalene, out of whom He had cast seven demons” (Mark 16:9).
JESUS APPEARED FIRST TO MARY! He had never forgotten her. He knew she was suffering the most, so He healed this precious soul first!
P.S. I have a special Easter request. Please pray about volunteering for Living Proof Tyler Texas. May 18-21 at 6:30PM at the East Texas Fairgrounds. 11315 State Hwy 64, Tyler, TX 75704
We know that thousands will be saved and healed. That is why we need workers so desperately! Use this link to volunteer
https://mariomurillo.org/tyler-volunteers-sign-up-living-proof/
Praise the Lord for His mercies that last forever!
Yes His mercies will endure forever. My sister-in-Christ went to be with her Lord Jesus yesterday. Good Friday. She was my prayer partner and closest friend. I will forever miss her. But I will see her again in Glory, because of what Jesus did on the cross.
HALLELUJAH!!!
I volunteer to pray and serve
Praying for your next tent meeting brother Mario.
Believing it will be a huge success all glory to God
Many blessings and love Thank You Jesus Amen
Praying
Thank you, Pastor Mario, for elevating Mary Madeleine to her rightful position of honor. Too often, only Esther, Debra, Rachel, etc. are the women most mentioned by preachers. She was transformed by Jesus’ love & rewarded for her constant loyalty & faith to be selected by Jesus to be honored as a woman of great love for our Savior. She serves as our model as women how our trust in Jesus is worthy & life-changing. Let’s continue to extol her virtues as women today suffer much abuse & shame in a society which devalues women’s submission to God.
Of all the wonderful and inspiring messages you have given, this one on mary Magdalene touched my heart especially. I see the parallel you made and appreciate your insight. Thank you, Pastor Mario, for your service to our Lord!
Now that is the RESURRECTION MORNING and it’s soul stirring and soul saving truth in a most beautiful explanation and above all reassuring hope.Thank you Mario!
Will you be coming to fFlorida doon?
PLEASE prayerfully consider having a crusade in Branson or Springfield Missouri!
Thank you for sharing this story
Glory to God! This is so encouraging. Thank you, Mario. I will be praying for Tyler.
Thank you. Your words always encourage me. And yes I am praying for your ministry. God Bless.❤️❤️
These last two blogs you’ve sent are absolutely explosive with the power of the Holy Spirit! They draw me closer to the Lord especially in these troublesome times.
May God richly bless you and reward you for what you hear from God and then pass onto His Church.
Oh how I would love to be able to go and experience this utterly wonderful outpouring of love, grace that can only come through the presence of Jesus and Holy Spirit, but alas I am in Australia without the funds to come but I will be praying along with you for an outburst of God’s power on you all. God bless you all and thank you Mario for your wisdom and inspiring life. God’s richest blessings upon you.
Our Father, Adonai, Elohim– America needs the gospel!! The harvest is ready and waiting for the Body of Christ to obey the Great Commission in every city and state in America. Holy Spirit, prompt us to rise up, go outside our homes and church buildings, and carry the gospel of Jesus to the lost and dying souls we see everyday. Adonai, equip us to serve, in humble obedience, as the heart, hands, and feet of Jesus, sharing His love, mercy, grace and forgiveness with everyone around us. Jehovah Jireh, thank You for Your promise of divine provision for every need we encounter. Please put Your words in our mouths and cover us with the shadow of Your hand. All for Your glory! In Jesus’ name. Amen.
My husband and I are excited to be volunteering at Tyler. We’re praying for the Gospel to save souls and the power of the Holy Spirit to heal and transform lives by the thousands in East Texas. All glory to God and His Son, Jesus.
Thank you, Bro. Mario for your Holy Spirit inspired gospel messages and your obedience to God’s call on your life. We lift up you, your family, MMM team, praise team, support teams, and financial/ministry partners in our prayers. Phil. 4:13 & 19! Hallelujah!
Roxane R.
This morning I woke up with Israel Houghton’s song in my head…You are not forgotten.
Just like Mary I’m so grateful God does not forget me either.
Oh Brother Mario and Staff…the anticipation of LIVING PROOF Tyler is such an answer to prayer and may this entire are have an experience like Mary had when she was drawn to the tomb! I am so thankful our church New Life Worship is joining in on the volunteer journey!
I lost my only brother 2 days ago and I read today’s post on Mary Magdalene. I too felt horror and helplessness. Thank you for reminding me that Jesus heals all.
William, I am sorry for your loss of your only Brother, and I share in your sorrow. May The Peace of The LORD Be With You Always William.
I would love it if Living Proof would come to Nebraska or South Dakota someday soon! I live in Nebraska but am only a few miles from South Dakota so I would make every effort to be there in a heartbeat!
Beautiful article, Mario. Thank you! Have a blessed Easter, everyone!
What a beautiful example of Mary and how she was dramatically changed, in despair, then “born again” into the living hope and joy that Jesus was alive again! You are so right how our country is on a deep dive to hell and we all need to get out and tell people about the living hope of Christ. Thank you for all you are doing to help this happen!
Beautiful story beautifully written!
Oh, I would have that same faith as Mary when she arose that day and went to the Tomb and found it empty. The joy that she felt when she heard her savior say her name. I had that feeling back in 1985 when I was born again, but life has caused many disruptions, and my faith has waned since then. I need prayers that the spirit would ignite my soul again, for the Love of Christ is what I need. Thank you
Peace and Blessings Syd, may you be Filled with The Fire of The Holy Ghost! HALLELUJAH!!!
Beautiful!!!❤️
Very good!! Thanks for sharing!!! 💞💞💞💞💞
GLORY!!!!
Thank you so much Mario for this beautiful message.
Have a blessed Resurrection Sunday. Praying that Tyler Texas will be deeply touched by and many souls saved in the tent. 🙏
insightful message Mario. I love it. paul
Beautiful Message! I needed that today! Thank you Mario!
Awesome words of wisdom.
No one like my Jesus Christ of Nazareth.