“Darkness to Light: The Power of the Resurrection” - April 20th, 2025 - Pastor Scotty Brown

In this powerful Easter message, Pastor Scotty Brown explores how the resurrection of Jesus Christ delivers us from darkness to light, offering a living hope that transforms our eternal destiny. Drawing from Matthew 28 and Old Testament prophecies, Pastor Scotty reveals how Jesus' victory over death not only fulfills ancient promises but provides believers with resurrection power for daily living. Through personal stories and biblical insights, he reminds us that death is not the final word—it's merely a comma, not a period, in the believer's journey. This inspiring sermon challenges us to embrace the confidence that comes from knowing Christ has conquered our greatest enemy, removing the fear of death, and offering eternal life to all who place their faith in Him. Key Scripture References: Matthew 28:1-7 - The resurrection account with the angel announcing "He is risen" Job 19:25-27 - "I know that my Redeemer lives... I myself will see him" Daniel 12:2 - "Many of those who sleep in the dust of the earth shall awake" Isaiah 26:19-21 - "Your dead shall live... awake and sing you who dwell in dust" Luke 24:44 - Jesus fulfilling what was written about Him in the law, prophets, and Psalms John 11:25-26 - "I am the resurrection and the life" Romans 6:9 - "Christ was raised from the dead, he cannot die again" Genesis 3 - First prophecy of Christ crushing the serpent's head Leviticus 23 - The feast of firstfruits foreshadowing Christ's resurrection 1 Peter 1:3 - "A new birth into a living hope through the resurrection" Hebrews 2:11-18 - Christ destroying the power of death and releasing those bound by fear 1 Corinthians 15:20 - "Christ has indeed been raised from the dead, the firstfruits"