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John 20:1-10

After Christ’s crucifixion, the disciples were disillusioned, disappointed, and lost. They had spent 3 years following a man, who was then betrayed by their friend and sentenced to death by their religious leaders. He was arrested. Beaten. Murdered. Hung on a cross. Jesus, their rabbi, was gone. Dead. His grave sealed, and guarded by Romans.
Easter is a celebration of the resurrection of Jesus Christ, which brings hope for each of us.

Jesus’ resurrection means…

We can be justified before God
“He was handed over to die because of our sins, and he was raised to life to make us right with God.” Romans 4:25
Jesus defeated death
“But God released him from the horrors of death and raised him back to life, for death could not keep him in its grip.” Acts 2:24
We can be united with Him
“We know that God, who raised the Lord Jesus, will also raise us with Jesus and present us to himself…” 2 Corinthians 4:14
The gospel is true
“I passed on to you what was most important… Christ died for our sins, just as the Scriptures said.” 1 Corinthians 15:3
We have hope in life
“It is by his great mercy that we have been born again” 1 Peter 1:3b
We are not alone
“I will never fail you. I will never abandon you.” Hebrews 13:5b
He will give us power
“Now he is exalted to the place of highest honor in heaven, at God’s right hand. And the Father, as he had promised, gave him the Holy Spirit to pour out upon us, just as you see and hear today.” Acts 2:33

Action Points:
Make a decision now to:
Love God
Serve God
Glorify God