S1E17: 'Holy Week + Easter': A Conversation

This Easter week, Georg Pingle sits down with Dr. Haydn Nelson to explore the profound meaning of Easter. Together, they unpack the centrality of the cross and the resurrection in the Christian faith, how these events shape everyday life, and why Easter is more than a single weekend—it's a daily invitation to live as resurrection people.⚠️ DisclaimerThis episode touches on grief, death, and mental health. If you are struggling, you are not alone:Lifeline (Australia): 13 11 14Beyond Blue: 1300 22 4636✨ Key ThemesEaster as both a singular celebration and a daily realityThe difference between intellectual belief and living resurrection lifeFaith defined as relational, reasonable, and resolved trustThe significance of “Silent Saturday” and living in the tension of the already/not yetThe ordinary contexts of Jesus’ post-resurrection appearancesThe transformative power of resurrection hope in daily life📖 Scripture References1 Corinthians 15 – The resurrection of Christ1 Timothy 6 – Resurrection life as “truly life”Revelation 1 – Jesus: “I was dead, but now I am alive forevermore”Philippians 4 – Peace that surpasses understandingRevelation 21 – No more crying, death, or suffering💬 Standout Quotes“A resurrection isn’t just dying and coming back. It’s actually smashing through death to the other side.”“Faith is relational, reasonable, and resolved.”“Silent Saturday is a window into the tension between the ‘already’ and the ‘not yet.’”“The extraordinary can invade the ordinary, and the supernatural can invade the natural.”“The power of what resurrection means is obvious when you live differently because of it.”🚶 Next StepsReflect on the tension of the “already” and “not yet” in your own life—what are your personal Silent Saturdays?Consider how resurrection hope could shift your perspective on fear, loss, or uncertainty.Take a step of faith—whether through prayer, baptism, or a renewed commitment to trusting Jesus.🔗 Links / Call to ActionLearn more about Hillsong Australia: hillsong.com/AustraliaEaster services and events across Hillsong locationsPodcast: https://linktr.ee/HillsongAusPodcast