John 2:19

John 2:19 “Jesus answered and said unto them, ‘Destroy this temple and in three days I will raise it up.’”



Many people have heard of prophets. Jesus was more than a prophet. He had power. Here He simply said, “You can try to kill me, but at a time I choose I will revive again.” What is awesome about this promise is the fact that He did it. Jesus was not Houdini and this was more than an optical allusion. There were no trap doors, fake beatings, mock crosses, or blood capsules. He really allowed them to do their worst and then He came forth alive!

Do you see the hidden message in this promise; that applies to all His promises? God can do anything! He also demonstrated that He always keeps His promises. Jesus, as a man, was living the example He wants you to follow. Claim the promise, live according to what God has said, and it shall come to pass.

There will be times when you are tempted to doubt God’s promises. The devil and his minions will tell you it is out dated, unnecessary, or even impossible. The next time this happens, remind them of Jesus’ resurrection. Jesus took the most frightening concept known to man, faced it head on, and thereby perpetually proved that God’s power is not limited. “Death is swallowed up in victory.”