Resurrection Sunday 2026

Resurrection 2026 service.

This Easter message focuses on the first resurrection morning at the empty tomb, where Mary Magdalene encounters the risen Christ. The account contains symbolic elements, such as the angels at Jesus' burial site mirroring the cherubim on the Ark of the Covenant, and highlights that Jesus rose on the third day, like the first fruits of Genesis. Jesus, our 'GOAT'—the Greatest Of All Time—serves as High Priest and scapegoat, bearing our sins and conquering death. His resurrection isn't just a fact but a power to transform lives, evidenced by His death, the empty tomb, appearances, and changed followers. He offers forgiveness and a close relationship with the Father, and we're called to be His light, allowing Him to shine through us as we abide in Him.