The disciples had scattered and were in mourning over Jesus' death. Probably a little confused and wondering what to do next. No one had the courage to bury his body, so a member of the high council did. Some of the women, out of respect and reverence to Jesus brought spices to anoint his body. They had no idea what was waiting for them. I love how the main topic of their discussion on the way over was how they would roll the stone away. It was a practical, yet necessary, concern. They knew they wouldn't be able to do it on their own strength, so they were discussing it to prepare for it. Then they could get to their real purpose of going - to anoint Jesus' body.
Often I feel like these little practical necessary tasks overwhelm my day and overwhelm me as I try to figure out how to get them done. Often to the point that I loose sight of the bigger picture and the purpose behind all the little daily tasks. Jesus would remind me that it's good to plan and prepare how I'm going to move the stone, knowing I can't do it on my own strength. Yet it shouldn't consume or be the focus of my thoughts. I need to focus on the bigger picture and be willing to work with people toward the greater purpose, trusting that God will help me with these little necessary tasks that tend to overwhelm me. If I surrender them to him, it no longer becomes something I have to do on my own strength. It's Jesus' burden and he will move the stone for me.
Thank you Lord for taking care of every detail of my life. Help me to cast all my worries and burdens on you and not try to do things on my own strength. Help me to realign my heart with yours to be able to always see the bigger picture, the greater purpose.