Preaching from John 20:19-23, my preacher asked, “Do you feel overwhelmed, uncertain, and afraid like the disciples on the day of the resurrection? Jesus meets us with a message that overcomes.” He went on to explain that Jesus provided forgiveness, peace, joy, purpose, and help through the power of the resurrection. I had already been thinking about Resurrection Celebration, but this gave so much more fuel for musing and giving praise.
Risen, oh risen from the dead
Joy in our hearts is widely spread
Death now forever overcome
For those who trust Him, rescued from
Without death no resurrection
His sacrifice, our protection
From God’s retribution and wrath
Giving us new life, a new path
His rising shows His power to save
Power to quell fear of the grave
Securing true peace for His own
The Spirit now sent from the throne
And by this power we now live
Witnesses who the Gospel give
Others know this peace and power
Stand unscathed in the judgement hour
Christ the first fruits to rise anew
Harvest of saints will not be few
On final resurrection day
Peace, joy, and nothing to dismay
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