Luke 7:14 “Then He came and touched the open coffin, and those who carried him stood still. And He said, “Young man, I say to you, arise.”
Though a coffin is here mentioned, the word can simply be translated ‘bier’, which is more probable given Jewish burial traditions. In other words, other that a burial shroud, the body was not likely encased in anything, but was only laying upon the bier.
Why make the statement ‘I say to you’? It seems like a waste of words. Jesus could just say, ‘Arise!’ Right? Jesus says this in this way for two reasons. First, Jesus was being specific. He wanted it to be clear to all exactly who He spoke to. The implication was that, had He simply yelled out ‘Arise!’ more than just this young man might be brought to life. But the second reason is even more notable. By using the phrase ‘I say to you’ Jesus was calling attention to the fact that His spoken word had the power to bring life. Anyone familiar with the Genesis account of the creation of the world will immediately recognize the significance of making a big deal out of the power of Christ’s spoken word. In other words, Jesus is not just another prophet performing a miracle by the grace of God. He is God performing a miracle by His grace. He does this act with the full authority and power of the Divine Son.
Heavenly Father, You are truly amazing in all of Your aspects. You cannot be compared with anything equally. We only just understand You somewhat because You have revealed Yourself. It is only by Your great grace that we have Your Word in our hands. Grant us understanding that we may see wonderful things each day in Your book. In the Name of the Lord Jesus Christ I pray and praise You, Amen.