Matthew 28:3&4 "3 His countenance was like lightning, and his raiment white as snow: 4 And for fear of him the keepers did shake, and became as dead men." We remember the first Easter; the Sunday morning that changed everything, forever! In the predawn hours Mary Magdalene and the other Mary approached the tomb to complete the burial anointing of Jesus’ body. Before they get there a great earthquake struck. This was not a natural disaster, but a supernatural sign. When the earth quakes, everyone pays attention! An angel descended from heaven, rolled back the massive stone to reveal the empty tomb to the world. In today's verses we read more about the angel's awe-inspiring, supernatural appearance. His countenance (or overall appearance) was "like lightning", signifying the radiant glory and power of God. This is not a mere physical description but a symbol of divine presence, reminiscent of God's manifestation at Mount Sinai (Exodus 19:16) and prophe...