Easter: The Power of the Resurrection

Summary: Easter 2026 Message. Scripture: 1 Peter 1:3-5 If Jesus Was Not Raised: * He must have been a sinner (died for his own sins) * Our sins would not be paid for (still guilty before God) * No victory over death (no promise of eternal life) * No relationship with God possible (no living hope) * 1 Corinthians 15:17, “…your faith is useless …” Because Jesus Was Raised: * Our sins can be forgiven * Death is conquered * We can be made new * Eternal life is possible