Get the Story Straight by Pastor Steve Dow on Sunday, April 5, 2026

In "Get the Story Straight," Pastor Steve Dow challenges us to move beyond the commercialized version of Easter and confront the historical reality of the empty tomb. Drawing from Matthew 28, he details the desperate attempts of the religious elite to suppress the news of the resurrection through bribes and fabricated narratives. This message serves as a spiritual wake-up call to anyone feeling weighed down by guilt, past failures, or the lies of the adversary. -- The resurrection is a historical fact, not a religious theory, providing a foundation for our faith that cannot be shaken by shifting cultural narratives. -- Satan operates as the father of lies, often using misinformation to attack our self-esteem, dampen our enthusiasm, and lead us into spiritual depression. -- The religious leaders’ lie about the disciples stealing the body was full of holes, proving that man-made narratives cannot stand against the power of God. -- No one is beyond the reach of salvation (including the thief on the cross or the woman at the well) because Jesus didn't just die for our sins, He rose to give us new life. -- Your current trials are not your "doom," but rather "setups" for God’s glory, as weeping may endure for a night, but joy comes in the morning. Scriptures for Further Study -- Matthew 28:10-15 -- John 11, 12 -- Isaiah 40:31 -- Romans 3:23 -- Psalm 30:5 -- Psalm 61 +++++++ You can find our service times on our website: https://www.anctally.com/ You can find sermon highlights on Twitter here: https://x.com/allnationstally