Buried But Rising with Jesus

Where do you go when life feels like a grave, and how does the resurrection of Jesus speak into our deepest moments of grief, confusion, and loss?In this sermon on John 19:38–20:18, Spiritual Formation Pastor Blake Hardcastle walks through the burial and resurrection of Jesus. Pastor Blake contrasts the hidden, secret devotion of Joseph of Arimathea and Nicodemus with the dramatic, eye-opening encounters of John, Peter, and Mary Magdalene at the empty tomb. By addressing the hard questions we ask during dark seasons, such as whether God has forgotten us or if He still loves us, this message illustrates that God uses our trials and burials not to abandon us, but to reveal His glory and bring forth true spiritual resurrection.In this episode, we cover:The Secret Disciples: Examining the quiet burial prepared by Joseph of Arimathea and Nicodemus after Christ's crucifixion.The Evidence at the Tomb: Understanding why the folded grave clothes convinced John and proved the resurrection was not a grave robbery.Mary Magdalene’s Grief: Following Mary's journey from heartbreak outside the tomb to her life-changing encounter with the risen Lord.Life in the "Graves": How modern trials, job losses, broken relationships, and health scares reflect the burial-to-resurrection narrative.The Master Painter: Recognizing how God uses dark shadows and difficult seasons to complete the picture of His grace in our lives.Be sure to follow us:InstagramFacebookYoutube