Resurrection Sunday | 5 April 2026 | 8am

In this Resurrection Sunday sermon, Robin Kinstead reflects on Gospel of Mark 16 and Book of Lamentations 5 to present the full message of the gospel—from the suffering of the cross to the victory of the empty tomb and the hope of the eternal throne. He explains how Jesus’ death deals with sin through substitution, taking the punishment humanity deserves, and how the resurrection proves that death has been defeated and God’s promises remain true. The sermon emphasises that the resurrection is not just a historical event but the foundation of present hope and future restoration, pointing to a promised place with God described in Book of Revelation. Listeners are invited to respond personally to Jesus—whether by trusting him for the first time, returning after drifting, or sharing the message—recognising that the gospel is one unified story of forgiveness, new life, and eternal belonging. Questions to Think About What does Jesus’ death on the cross reveal about both the seriousness of sin and the depth of God’s love? How does the resurrection change the way you think about death and the future? In what ways do you personally need to be “restored” to God right now? What does it mean that Jesus has prepared a place (a “seat”) for those who trust in him? Who could you share the message “Jesus is risen” with this week, and how might you do it? Three Things to Take Away Jesus’ death brings real forgiveness—sin is dealt with fully through his sacrifice. Jesus’ resurrection proves that death is defeated and God’s promises can be trusted. The gospel invites a response: to trust, return, and share the hope of new life and eternal belonging.