Have you ever had an expectation that your experience didn't live up to?
Perhaps you looked forward to attending a particular school, only to find the campus quite different from what you had imagined. Or you landed your dream job, only to be disappointed. Even a long-anticipated first date with a crush was less than you hoped. No matter what it is, life is full of experiences that don't live up to our expectations. These moments can leave you feeling bitter, cynical, negative, or even afraid—draining the hope from your life.
The followers of Jesus provide a profound example of managing shattered expectations. Their hope seemed lost when, instead of Jesus receiving a crown, He was placed on a cross, something they didn't expect. Yet, their despair was not the end of the story.
Easter is the ultimate beacon of hope! Just as Jesus' resurrection shattered the depths of despair, it invites you to overcome your own as well.
During Easter, we celebrated the best news of all time: Jesus is alive! He conquered sin and death and made the way for you to be saved. In this message, Pastor Lance talks about the transformative power of the resurrection and its meaning for you today.
Watch this message to discover how the power of the resurrection can renew hope in your life.
