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Easter 2018: Death to Life

Radiant Church Visalia
Radiant Church Visalia
Episode • Apr 1, 2018 • 44m

Scripture References: Luke 24:1-12, John 10:10, Ephesians 2:1-10, Romans 8:10-11, Matthew 11:28-30

Intro:

  • Easter: a celebration of Jesus' resurrection.
  • The reality of Jesus' presence and power today.
  • The account of the women at the empty tomb (Luke 24:1-12).
  • The emotional journey of the women: hope, disappointment, and surprise.

Key Points:

  • The Empty Tomb:
    • The women's expectation of a dead body vs. the reality of an empty tomb.
    • The angelic question: "Why do you look for the living among the dead?"
    • Remembering Jesus' words: He is risen.
  • The Search for Life:
    • The universal desire for a good and full life.
    • The tendency to seek life in dead things (jobs, relationships, religion, etc.).
    • The reality of sin and death: a broken system (Ephesians 2:1-3).
    • Jesus' promise: "I have come that they may have life, and have it to the full" (John 10:10).
  • Resurrection Power:
    • God's mercy and grace: making us alive with Christ (Ephesians 2:4-5).
    • The gift of salvation: not by works, but by grace (Ephesians 2:8-9).
    • The indwelling of Christ: life through the Spirit (Romans 8:10-11).
    • The same power that raised Jesus from the dead lives in us.
  • Living Resurrection Life:
    • Communion and baptism: symbols of Jesus' death and resurrection.
    • Trading our life for His: a commitment to follow Him.
    • Moving towards others with resurrection life: wiping away tears.
    • Jesus' invitation: "Come to me, all who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest" (Matthew 11:28-30).

Conclusion:

  • Jesus' resurrection is the answer to our longing for a good and full life.
  • We are called to live in the power of His resurrection today.
  • We are to be bearers of resurrection life to a weary world.

Call to Action:

  • Reflect on where you are seeking life.
  • Hear Jesus' invitation to trade your life for His.
  • Believe and commit to following Him.
  • Receive and extend resurrection life to others.
  • Come to the table and remember His sacrifice.

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