Scripture: Matthew 28:1-15
Intro
Welcome to worship today as we celebrate Easter Sunday! This is the day of victory, the cornerstone of our faith, and the reason for our everlasting hope. Easter marks the culmination of Holy Week—a journey from the depths of sacrifice to the heights of resurrection glory. Last Sunday, we began this journey with Palm Sunday, recalling the triumphant entry of Jesus into Jerusalem. The crowd waved palm branches and shouted, “Hosanna!” expecting an earthly king to provide temporary relief. But Jesus came to fulfill a far greater mission, one of eternal significance. Just three days ago, on Good Friday, we considered the immense cost of our redemption as Jesus bore the weight of our sin on the cross. The cross, once a symbol of shame, became the ultimate expression of God’s love and mercy. And now, today, the tomb is empty! Christ has risen, breaking the power of sin and death. His resurrection assures us of new life, hope, and the promise of eternal life.
A Seismic Shift
The Resurrection caused a seismic shift in the order of things. Before the women arrived at the tomb, an earthquake shook the ground.
Ephesians 2:14-18
Wall separating us from God.
Walls separating us from other people.
New Life
* Romans 8:11
* 2 Corinthians 5:17
He is Risen!
Ultimate victory over sin, death, and the grave.
Personal encounter with the risen Savior, Jesus.
Share the Good News!
News that MUST be shared!
Good News = Gospel
The Gospel: Jesus Christ, the Son of God died on the cross paying for sin, and rose again offering forgiveness, salvation, and eternal life
Attempted Cover-up vv. 11-15
The truth cannot be hidden and two thousand years of changed lives continues to produce new eyewitnesses to the Good News.
Take Aways
Have you trusted Jesus as your Savior?
Are you struggling with walls between you and others?
Do you have a church home?
Do you spend time in God’s Word?
