The Twilight Zone
Posted by Dion Todd September 7th, 2024 769 Views 24 Comments
When she had said this, she turned around and saw Jesus standing, and didn't know that it was Jesus. Jesus said to her, "Woman, why are you weeping? Who are you looking for?" She, supposing him to be the gardener, said to him, "Sir, if you have carried him away, tell me where you have laid him, and I will take him away." Jesus said to her, "Mary." John 20:14–16 WEB.
Mary and the disciples of Jesus thought He would become king like David and boot the Roman occupiers out of Israel. Instead, they watched as Jesus was arrested, beaten, and crucified, and His lifeless body was placed in a tomb. It was so final and shocking.
Early the next morning, Mary Magdalen stood at His tomb, grief-stricken and heartbroken. Jesus stood right in front of her, yet she didn't recognize Him. She thought He was the gardener.
When my Dad passed away, it was like life was suspended for a time. Things seemed detached, unreal, and just plain wrong. Everything seemed surreal, and I hoped to wake up soon. But as days turned into weeks, and months turned into years, life without him gradually became the new normal. It wasn't easy, and I still miss him, but our life goes on, and we must adapt to change.
When traumatizing things occur, like suddenly losing a loved one, we seem to step into the twilight zone for a bit. It's our way of avoiding the reality we can't face. We all have to face times like this in our life. If you live long enough, you will see all your friends pass on before you.
Everyone wants to go to heaven, but no one wants to die. If you want a sobering look at life, take a walk through a cemetery and look at the dates. Even though the cycle of life is nothing new, few are prepared for it to end. For believers, death is merely a transition to something better.
The Holy Spirit is there with us to bring comfort during these trying times. However, we may not recognize Him, just as Mary didn't recognize Jesus standing right in front of her. He is "The Comforter." God gives us space during these times of grief, and He doesn't hold our anger or outbursts against us, for He understands what we are going through. He lost a loved One as well and knows how it feels.
Prayer: Heavenly Father, please send me the Comforter today, for I need a touch from You. Fill me up to where I will not feel so empty, and dry my tears. Please bring Your Son shine back into my life Lord. In the name of Jesus Christ, I pray. Amen!
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Shara Abel commented on Dion Todd's blog post: The Twilight Zone
9 hours ago
Thank you so much for this devotional. My younger sister passed away Easter Sunday and it has been so hard, just as you described... I thought I was prepared after her long battle going downhill, but I was not... unreal, like the twilight zone... thank you for the encouraging words... the Holy Spirit is with me to help comfort and guide... we are never alone.
Valeri Frank commented on Dion Todd's blog post: The Twilight Zone
12 hours ago
I woke up this morning not feeling well... I have covid again. I'm not surprised though. I don't have a spleen to help me fight this off. I'm just asking for continued prayers 🙏🏼 I pray and ask the Lord to watch over all of you and to keep you safe from this terrible virus and all illnesses. Thank you for your prayers and thoughts. I really need them. Again, thank you... I'm trying really hard not to get discouraged. This is a very trying time for me...
Debi Burton
9 hours ago
Lord Jehovah, By Jesus’s stripes Valeri is healed from covid. Keep Valeri safe and strong to overcome this virus and illnesses…. Thank you for all you do for her in Jesus’s name, Amen😔
Celeste Strenn
10 hours ago
Please dear Lord Jesus please help Valeri, with strength and healing, with your love and peace 🙏
David Krull
11 hours ago
Father. I pray the healing blood of Jesus over Valerie. I speak Jesus into her life, her body. Heal and restore her quickly. I speak to covid and command it to leave her body permanently…I believe in healing and miracles and I ask for one on her behalf ..pour out Your Spirit upon her. Sustain her in Jesus Christ Name.
Wanda Pennington commented on Dion Todd's blog post: The Twilight Zone
8 hours ago
Heavenly Father, please send me the Comforter today, for I need a touch from You. Fill me up to where I will not feel so empty, and dry my tears. Please bring Your Son shine back into my life Lord. In the name of Jesus Christ, I pray. Amen!
I lost my husband 2/21 after 51 years together and some days I'm still in a twilight zone. More and more everyday it does get a little easier. Help me Jesus to find more joy back to my life, for Steve would have not wanted me to be sad. Amen
Sherry Mccosh commented on Dion Todd's blog post: The Twilight Zone
6 hours ago
Awesome Devotion today, thanks so much for this one and all the ones you do for us. They are very appreciated. Blessing to everyone here at Refreshing Hope Ministries and especially to Pastor Dion Todd and Sylvia for all you both do!!! God bless!!
Kevin J. Eck commented on Dion Todd's blog post: The Twilight Zone
7 hours ago
Father, I thank you for the Peace you give me from our Comforter when in need! In Jesus name, Amen!
Yvette York commented on Dion Todd's blog post: The Twilight Zone
9 hours ago
AMEN Good Morning Everyone 😀
Debi Burton commented on Dion Todd's blog post: The Twilight Zone
9 hours ago
Heavenly Father, please send me the Comforter today, for I need a touch from You. Fill me up to where I will not feel so empty, and dry my tears. Please bring Your Son shine back into my life Lord. In the name of Jesus Christ, I pray. Amen! ❤️🤟🏻
Scott Riegelmann commented on Dion Todd's blog post: The Twilight Zone
11 hours ago
Amen thank you Father for being so understanding!😍
Sylvia Todd commented on Dion Todd's blog post: The Twilight Zone
12 hours ago
Good morning, y'all, happy Saturday! 🌻😀
Lynn Brown commented on Dion Todd's blog post: The Twilight Zone
11 hours ago
Heavenly Father, please send me the Comforter today, for I need a touch from You. Fill me up to where I will not feel so empty, and dry my tears. Please bring Your Son shine back into my life Lord. In the name of Jesus Christ, I pray. Amen!
David Krull commented on Dion Todd's blog post: The Twilight Zone
11 hours ago
Amen. Thank you Jesus for this day and for this life You have given me.
Linda Clark commented on Dion Todd's blog post: The Twilight Zone
13 hours ago
Amen praise Jesus for all his blessings
Susan Petho
17 minutes ago
Shara, I am so very sorry for your great loss.