Welcome to Grant's Heavenly Top Ten. Well, we are quickly approaching the mother of all holidays, namely Easter — or as I like to refer to it, Resurrection Sunday. It surprises me that sceptics still try and discount one of the most substantially attested facts in history. After all, Jesus stayed around for 40 days and appeared to more than 500 people during the time before His ascension. Oh, well, for those who continue to doubt, here is the April 1998 Edition of the Heavenly Top Ten, which is:
Top Ten Resurrection Appearances Not Recorded In the Bible
- Returned books to the Capernaum Public Library — just imagine what those late fees could have been!
- Canceled subscription to "Better Homes and Tombs" — didn't need it!
- Started a "Resurrection Support Group" for Lazarus and the "Good Friday Crew" (Matthew 27:51-53)
- Gave his mom a "My Son Visited Hell, And Conquered Death And All I Got Was This Crummy Tee Shirt" tee shirt.
- Took a walk in the country and visited a flock of sheep; giving them an understanding look.
- Received a "Change of Address" card from the thief on the cross! (Luke 23:39-43)
- Sent a letter to the editor of the Jerusalem Post on the subject of "Mob Rule".
- Went back to the garden of Gethsemane and had a well-deserved nap!
- Dropped by the Temple and nailed an "Out of Order" sign on the front door!
- And the number one resurrection appearance not mentioned in the Bible is:
- Took a walk down the Via Dolorosa — this time at a leisurely pace, with a knowing smile.
