Welcome to our Easter celebration! Today we rejoice in Christ's victory over death. Through His resurrection, we find hope, new life, and the promise of eternity.
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by Mark Poyner
Welcome and Opening Prayer
Gather in His Name
We come together to celebrate the greatest miracle in history.
Witness the Empty Tomb
In Luke 24, we encounter the life-changing words: "He is not here; He has risen!"
Open Our Hearts
We pray for eyes to see and hearts to believe the resurrection power.
The Grave Could Not Hold Him
1
Before Dawn
Women approach the tomb with spices, wondering who will move the stone.
2
Astonishing Discovery
They find the stone rolled away. The tomb stands empty.
3
Angelic Message
"Why do you look for the living among the dead? He is not here; He has risen!"
The stone was rolled away not to let Jesus out—but to let us in. To witness the miracle.
The Victory that Rewrites Our Future
New Heavens and Earth
Isaiah 65 reveals God's promise of a complete recreation. All things made new.
Resurrection as First Fruits
Christ's resurrection is the beginning of God's new creation breaking into our world.
No More Weeping
God promises to wipe away every tear. Death will be no more.
The Last Enemy Destroyed
Christ Reigns
Jesus has been raised as the firstfruits of those who sleep.
Death Defeated
The last enemy to be destroyed is death itself.
Our Hope Secured
His resurrection guarantees our own future resurrection.
If our hope in Christ is for this life only, we are to be pitied. But Christ has indeed been raised!
New Life Begins Now
Love Freely
Forgive as Christ has forgiven you. Let His resurrection heal relationships.
Serve Generously
Use your life to lift others. Demonstrate Christ's compassion in action.
Hope Boldly
Face challenges with resurrection courage. No situation is beyond God's power.
Worship Joyfully
Let praise flow from a heart transformed by the living Savior.
Conclusion
Jesus steps into our lives
The living Christ meets us where we are.
Stones of doubt removed
Let Him roll away whatever separates you from His love.
New life awakened
His resurrection power transforms our everyday existence.
The tomb is empty. Our hearts are full. Death has lost its sting.
Charge and Closing Prayer
Go With Confidence
Walk in the assurance that the Risen Christ goes with you. No challenge is too great.
Live With Power
The same Spirit that raised Jesus from the dead lives in you. Access His strength daily.
Share The Hope
Tell others about the empty tomb. Invite them to experience resurrection life.
Let us pray: Lord Jesus, may Your resurrection power transform our lives. Amen.