April 5, 2026

Easter homily with Pastor Ron celebrating the resurrection of Jesus and God's unstoppable love that defeats fear, hate, and grief.

Pastor Ron challenges the "bad theology" in popular Easter hymns that use battle, triumph, and victory language, reminding us that Jesus' kingdom "is not from this world" and was never about conquering or fighting. He emphasizes Jesus' gentle strength—using the same Greek word ekballo for both the Spirit leading Jesus into the wilderness and Jesus clearing the Temple, like a shepherd dog nipping at heels rather than waging war.

Key reflections:

• The women were first at the tomb, fearless and pure-hearted, while the men hid behind locked doors
• Creation itself tells the resurrection story daily—seeds sprout, leaves renew, nature is "wired for new beginnings."
• God reaches into death itself to bring life, just as God will do for all who believe.

Pastor Ron proclaims that we are God's children, heirs of the kingdom, destined to rise again because it's God's design and promise. "Do not be afraid, believe in the resurrection and then offer resurrection daily to those around you."