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Easter!

April 20, 2025
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Dr. Allen Holmes

Jesus is fully God and fully man—His resurrection confirms He is who He claimed to be, and His death shows how far He would go to save us.

REVIEW: Jesus is Fully God and Fully Man 

  • READ: John 1:14 — “The Word became flesh and dwelt among us. We observed his glory, the glory as the one and only Son from the Father, full of grace and truth.”
  • DISCUSS: Why is it important that Jesus was both fully human and fully divine? How does knowing Jesus experienced anger, grief, and pain affect your relationship with Him?

REVIEW: His Resurrection Proves His Identity

  • READ: Romans 1:3-5 –– “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.”
  • DISCUSS: The resurrection is central to the Christian faith. What gives you confidence that the resurrection really happened? How does it shape your view of who Jesus is?

REVIEW: His Death Proves His Intentions 

  • READ: Romans 5:8 — “But God proves his own love for us in that while we were still sinners, Christ died for us.”
  • DISCUSS: What does the cross show you about God’s heart for you? What difference does it make to know that Jesus chose to die for you?

  ASK:

What else did you get from this week's sermon? What actions or next steps can you take to apply it to your life?

PRAY:
Father, thank You for sending Jesus—not just to teach or inspire us—but to rescue and redeem us. We praise You that He was fully God and fully man, able to understand our weakness and bear our sin. Thank You for the cross that proves Your love and the resurrection that proves His power. Help us to trust You more deeply, follow You more closely, and proclaim You more boldly. In Jesus’ name, Amen.

INVITATION TO RESPOND:
This week, take a step toward trusting and following Jesus with your whole life.
Here are a few ways to respond:

  • Get honest: Who do you believe Jesus really is? Take time to wrestle with that question—your answer shapes everything.

  • Ask questions: If you’re not sure about your faith, talk to a pastor, a leader, or a friend. God welcomes your questions.

  • Believe and receive: If you’re ready to trust in Jesus, confess with your mouth and believe in your heart that God raised Him from the dead. (Romans 10:9)

  • Join the family: Take your next step in God’s family—get baptized, join a group, or serve with others who follow Jesus.

  • Remember the cross: Spend time this week reflecting on Jesus' death and resurrection. Let His love become the foundation of your life.

Jesus came to give you life—now and forever. The question is: will you follow Him?

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