Is Easter just a beautiful story? Or is it a life-altering event grounded in reality? In this message, Pastor Nick Tallo walks us through an honest look at the resurrection of Jesus; not by avoiding questions, but by leaning into them.

For centuries, people have wrestled with what happened on that first Easter. What if Jesus really did rise from the grave? What would that mean for your life today?

Together, we explore the evidence, the doubts, and the hope that comes from the resurrection. Because if Jesus defeated death, it changes everything—your identity, your purpose, and your future.

Three Key Takeaways:

Empty Tomb: The empty tomb forces us to respond. Matthew 28 shows that even Jesus’ opponents acknowledged it was empty. If a body had been found, the movement would have ended before it began.

Eyewitness Accounts: 1 Corinthians 15 points to hundreds of people who saw Jesus alive. This wasn’t hidden, it was public, personal, and life-changing, even for skeptics like James and opponents like Paul.

Transformed Lives: The disciples went from afraid to bold. Their willingness to suffer and die for what they saw speaks to the reality and power of the resurrection.

At 2Rivers, we believe Jesus is the lead story. The resurrection isn’t just something to learn about, it’s an invitation to experience real life change. We exist to help people become passionate followers of Jesus, and that starts with understanding who He is and what He’s done.

If you’re searching for truth, a place to belong, or a next step in your faith, we’d love for you to be part of what God is doing here.

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Resources Mentioned:

Matthew 28

1 Corinthians 15

Book of Acts

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