He is risen—and that changes everything.
In this Easter message from John 20:1–18, we walk through the powerful and personal story of the empty tomb, Mary Magdalene’s grief, the disciples’ search, and the moment everything changes when the risen Jesus speaks her name.
Why doesn’t Jesus burst from the tomb in a public display of power?
Why does He appear first to Mary Magdalene?
Why does she recognize Him only when He calls her by name?
This sermon explores the beauty and mystery of the resurrection and the invitation at the heart of the Easter story: Do you believe?
In this message, we reflect on:
- The empty tomb and the eyewitness details of John 20
- Mary Magdalene as the first witness to the risen Christ
- The difference between simply seeing evidence and truly believing
- How Jesus meets us personally and calls us by name
- Why the resurrection is not only good news to celebrate, but a mission to proclaim
Easter is not just about the fact that Jesus got out of the grave. It is also about what happens now. The risen Christ sends His people to go and tell the world: “I have seen the Lord.”
If you are grieving, doubting, searching, or wondering whether Jesus is really alive, this message is for you.
