Easter at Community 2026 | Jesus Pursues You | Ted Coniaris

After the resurrection, Jesus had every reason to prove Himself to the world. Instead, He pursued people.

In this Easter message, Ted Coniaris walks through three post-resurrection encounters in John’s Gospel—Mary, Thomas, and Peter—to reveal the heart of Jesus. He meets Mary in her grief, Thomas in his doubt, and Peter in his shame. And in each moment, we see the same truth: Jesus doesn’t wait for people to have it all together—He moves toward them.

This message is for anyone carrying:

•  Grief that feels overwhelming 
•  Doubt that won’t go away 
•  Shame that says you’re disqualified 

The resurrection isn’t just about what Jesus accomplished—it’s about who He’s pursuing.

Key Scripture: John 20:11–18; John 20:24–29; John 21:15–19

Big Idea: After accomplishing the greatest feat in history, Jesus doesn’t just try to prove the resurrection—He pursues people.

Whether you’re exploring faith, returning after a long time, or looking for hope this Easter, this message invites you to consider that Jesus knows your name—and He’s moving toward you.