He Is Risen John 20 Jeremy Aylett Mesa Church San Diego

Easter Sunday at Mesa Church San Diego. Jeremy Aylett preaches from John 20 — and he doesn't let the resurrection stay at arm's length. He brings it up close, personal, and urgent.Jeremy draws on the stories of Mary Magdalene weeping outside the tomb, Peter and John sprinting to check it out, a locked room full of frightened disciples, and a doubting Thomas who wasn't there when Jesus first appeared. Through each figure, he asks: How do we respond when God shows up in ways we didn't expect, through people we wouldn't have chosen, in moments we weren't ready for?Three takeaways anchor the sermon: the resurrection proves Jesus is who he said he was; his love and grace welcome the least likely among us; and his peace is not optional — it's a command, and it's meant to take over the fear we carry. Jeremy also reflects on what it's like to raise kids in the faith, and how God as a Father responds when his children can't see him.Part of the "God Is On Your Side" series through the Gospel of John.Preached at Mesa Church, San Diego, CA.