The Resurrection Story Doesn’t End on Easter Sunday
By Alex Murashko
The most powerful moment in history, when Jesus arose from the dead, is celebrated by those who call upon His name not just on Easter Sunday but during 365 days a year and into eternity.
God promised this Good News long ago through his prophets in the holy Scriptures. The Good News is about his Son. In his earthly life he was born into King David’s family line, and he was shown to be the Son of God when he was raised from the dead by the power of the Holy Spirit. He is Jesus Christ our Lord.
– Romans 1:2-4
By God’s grace, we are able to enter into a personal relationship with Him through His son, Jesus, and the Holy Spirit, and through our decision to follow Him. The celebration begins when we, too, know that we have been transformed and have the same power of His resurrection inside of us.
That kind of relationship with God is cause for celebration every day.
I was reminded of this fact by my pastor’s wife before the Good Friday service at church when I handed her a story to look at from a well known news organization with the headline: For Churches Hit By Disaster, Easter Brings Promise of Hope.
Whether churches are hit by a disaster or not, able to celebrate Easter or not, I pray that they always preach and resonate with the truth that it is God who sent His son to die on the cross for our sins, to rise on the third day, and therefore give us the hope that can not be found anywhere else.
Yes, He is risen. He is risen indeed. Then, now, and forever!
Always remember that Jesus Christ, a descendant of King David, was raised from the dead. This is the Good News I preach.
– 2 Timothy 2:8
Before I accepted Jesus into my life, I was always about fun. I was a pleasure junkie. So, if there was a celebration anywhere, I wanted to know about it.
The good news for those with that same kind of malady, who are addicted to “good times,” is that although being a Christian is not a guarantee that all your days will be filled with fun thrills and happiness, you’ll never want to trade a day with Him for a day without Him.
My life has never been the same since I accepted Jesus. I have had experiences that I could never have imagined. Those times go far beyond “fun.” Some of the things I’ve seen and been a part of in my life as a follower of Jesus can only be described as miraculous or God instances.
Therefore, if anyone is in Christ, he is a new creation; old things have passed away; behold, all things have become new.
– 2 Corinthians 5:17
The calendar Easter holiday is great. I love the celebrations, especially the ones inside churches that teach from the Bible. I love the opportunity to fellowship with other believers and share the gospel with those who don’t know Him yet.
If you are looking for a real celebration, get to know the Host of hosts. Remember, Jesus brings hope!
May you find Him now!
Alex Murashko is the founder and editor of Media on Mission, which highlights the work of media and journalists, working in all platforms, whose Editor in Chief is above all others. Murashko is blessed to be on the Thinke Writing Team.
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