Easter: The Power Of Resurrection Series

Easter: The Power of Resurrection

Written by Senior Pastor Ndayiragije Misigaro Joel, March 15, 2023

John 11:25–26: "Jesus said to her, "I am the resurrection and the life. "The one who believes in me will live, even though they die, and whoever lives by believing in me will never die. "Do you believe this?"

INTRODUCTION

This is why Christians worldwide celebrate Jesus' resurrection yearly, to remember His power and their faith in Him.

Martha answered, “Yes, Lord; I believe that you are the Messiah, the Son of God, who is coming into the world.” In these verses, Jesus demonstrates that He is more than just a moral teacher; He is also a prophet.

Easter is a time to remember what Jesus can do and that death can't take away the hope that is given to believers. A celebration of the resurrection of Jesus Christ from the dead. It is a time of hope, renewal, and new beginnings for believers around the world. Jesus' words to Martha, His actions as a prophet, and His reference to (1 Corinthians 15:21) all show that He was more than just a moral teacher.

He was also an example of faith and hope, showing us that death is not the end of our lives. As He was resurrected from the dead, He demonstrated that He has authority over death and that hope will never be lost by conquering death.

His resurrection serves as a reminder of the power that Jesus has, the hope that He has given to believers, and the promise of eternal life that awaits those who have faith in Him.

A. LIFE-GIVER

His resurrection is a reminder that Jesus is the one who gives life. He has power over death and gives those who believe in Him hope by beating death and rising from the dead.

1 Corinthians 15:21: "For since death came through a man, the resurrection of the dead also comes through a man." Jesus' resurrection is the perfect example of His divine power, and it serves as a reminder of the faith and hopes that He gives to all believers It is through Jesus' resurrection that humanity can be saved from death and receive the eternal life promised to them by God.

This powerful and life-changing event is the reason Christians believe what they do. It gives them hope that even if they go through hard times in this life, they will have eternal life in heaven to look forward to.

Through the death and resurrection of Jesus, God gives us the ultimate way to be forgiven. This gives us access to a world without sin, where peace and love rule. This ultimate sacrifice and victory over death serve as a constant reminder of God's love for us and His power to grant us salvation and eternal life Through Jesus' resurrection, He has provided us with a way to overcome death and be reborn into an eternal life of grace and love that far surpasses what we can experience on earth.

Death came through Adam, but life comes through Jesus In this way, Jesus' death and resurrection become the ultimate demonstration of God's love for us Despite our unworthiness and sin, God still loved us so much that He sent His only begotten Son, Jesus Christ, to die for us and take away our sins. (John 3:16) Through Jesus, we have been given a second chance at life and the opportunity to find redemption and atone for our sins.

B. KNOWING THE POWER OF CHRIST

Through Jesus, we can experience God’s unconditional love and understanding of His power and grace. Philippians 3:10: "I want to know Christ—yes, to know the power of his resurrection and participation in his sufferings, becoming like him in his death."

Through this verse, we can see the significance of recognizing and embracing the power of Christ to not only bring about our resurrection, but to also bring us closer to God and His ultimate plan for us by having a deeper understanding of God's plan and His unconditional love, we can strengthen our faith in Him and gain strength through Jesus to overcome the trials and tribulations of life As we try to emulate Christ's ultimate sacrifice and internalize his teachings, we become better equipped to spread God’s message of love, peace, and understanding to the world.

As a result, our life on earth becomes more meaningful, and we gain an appreciation for all the blessings God has bestowed upon us.

Through His love, we can gain a sense of hope and peace that is greater than anything else in the world This hope is the foundation of our faith, and it carries us through life’s challenges and inspires us to take on whatever challenges come our way As we live our lives with the hope and peace of God, we become vessels of his grace, radiating love and kindness to those around us As a result, our lives become more meaningful, and we find deeper fulfillment in life. Knowing that we are loved and supported by God is a great comfort.