Resurrection UMC Hastings

Pastor Julie Kocher covers what’s ahead at Vacation Bible School (VBS) this June and its positive impact on both kids and adults.

When Christ returns, sin, death, and Satan (i.e. our “monsters”) will be vanquished. And only a resurrected, living Jesus can return. God wins.

Life is a beautiful gift from God. And Jesus’ promise of an abundant life isn’t just for now. It’s forever–an eternal life where the beauty never ends.

What kind of power do you need today…emotional, physical, spiritual? You can find it in the Holy Spirit. Another benefit of the resurrected Jesus.

Life’s path doesn’t rely on GPS. It frequently routes us through rough terrain and uncertainty. The Resurrection matters because we have not only the guidebook to help, but the guide to show the way–and guides are good.

There are times in life when we are filled with worry and doubt. The risen Jesus can calm our anxiety (and the storm).

Because of the Resurrection, Jesus is risen and alive. We may not see him physically, but we can talk to him 24/7–and he always listens.

A dead Jesus is the same as no Jesus. But there is a comfort and a peace that surpasses understanding in the Risen Jesus.

A dead doctor can’t help you, but a living one can. Resurrection means the Great Physician (God) is still alive and seeing patients.

Why should we care about the Resurrection? Because we want guarantees, and the Resurrection is the guarantee we can trust in the promises of God.