Looking for Living Things in Dead Places: Easter Service | Pastor Jason Polk

In this sermon, Pastor Jason Polk leads us through the heart of the Easter story—where Jesus conquers death, leaves the grave empty, and invites us into resurrection life. Pastor Jason declares that if Jesus got out of the grave, there's hope for all of us. He shares the significance of the resurrection—not just as a historical event, but a present reality that changes everything. The resurrection invites us to confront the empty tomb and ask ourselves: Why are we still searching for life in dead places? We hear the voices of angels echoing from Luke 24: "He is not here—He has risen." And from there, Pastor Jason takes us into the weight of that truth: If it's real, it's everything. He unpacks common doubts about the resurrection, highlights the bravery of the early disciples who were willing to die for what they saw, and challenges us to consider what we're doing with the hope we've been given. This message is more than a celebration—it's a commissioning. Because Jesus lives, we are: Saved from our sins. Empowered by His Spirit. Victorious over death. It's an invitation to run—not to the grave, but to the Savior. To make a new commitment, to stop hiding in shame, and to step into resurrection power.  This Easter, Pastor Jason reminds us that the grave has no grip, death has no sting, and hope has a name: Jesus. Chapters 00:00 Celebrating Community and Worship 03:14 The Heart of the Church: A Place for Everyone 05:28 The Resurrection: The Foundation of Our Faith 11:00 Exploring Theories of the Resurrection 16:29 The Evidence of the Resurrection 20:24 The Question of the Angels: Seeking Life in Dead Places 25:55 Resurrection Power and Hope 30:45 The Disciples' Encounter with the Risen Christ 33:40 Understanding the Scriptures and Fulfillment of Prophecy 36:54 The Living Hope for Followers of Jesus 44:01 Responding to the Resurrection: Commitments and Worship