Embracing Resurrection without Supernaturalism There is no getting around Easter if you belong to the Christian family. Jesus’ first followers were transformed by their encounters with the Risen Christ. Once fearful, they became courageous; once uncertain, they became confident in that Jesus was unique, the savior of humankind, victorious over sickness, sin, and death. Something happened – something amazing – that changed everything, that raised their dead spirits and energized their lives. The power of the resurrection to transform lives... Read more
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Empty Tomb and Open Future: Easter Lectionary Commentary
The Adventurous Lectionary – Easter Sunday – April 20, 2025 Acts 10:34-43 Psalm 118:1-2, 14-24 I Corinthians 15:19-26 John 20:1-18 and Mark 16:1-8 Despite the celebrations that attend the resurrection of Jesus, Easter is a challenge for most preachers. Perhaps more so this year, as we live in a troubled time in which the nation’s leaders seek to undermine the values of Jesus and threaten the sanctuary status of churches. Can we speak of resurrection when the power brokers, even those... Read more