The Stones We Cannot Roll Away

An episode of the Berwyn UMC (Audio) podcast, hosted by Pastor Kevin Rutledge, titled "The Stones We Cannot Roll Away" was published on April 20, 2025 and runs 21 minutes.

April 20, 2025 ·21m · Berwyn UMC (Audio)

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Summary

The Stones We Cannot Roll Away - The resurrection story invites us to confront the impossible in our lives with renewed hope. Just as the stone was rolled away from Jesus' tomb before the women arrived, God is already at work in our darkest moments, moving obstacles we thought immovable. This powerful message reminds us that transformation often begins in times of despair when all seems lost. The angels' question, 'Why do you look for the living among the dead?' challenges us to stop seeking life in places of death – old habits, addictions, or false securities. Instead, we're called to embrace the new reality Christ offers, one that transcends our limited expectations. As we face our own 'stones' – grief, fear, or seemingly insurmountable problems – we're encouraged to trust in the God who makes the impossible possible, rolling away barriers and bringing new life where we least expect it. Speaker: Pastor Kevin Rutledge

Episode Description

The resurrection story invites us to confront the impossible in our lives with renewed hope. Just as the stone was rolled away from Jesus' tomb before the women arrived, God is already at work in our darkest moments, moving obstacles we thought immovable. This powerful message reminds us that transformation often begins in times of despair when all seems lost. The angels' question, 'Why do you look for the living among the dead?' challenges us to stop seeking life in places of death – old habits, addictions, or false securities. Instead, we're called to embrace the new reality Christ offers, one that transcends our limited expectations. As we face our own 'stones' – grief, fear, or seemingly insurmountable problems – we're encouraged to trust in the God who makes the impossible possible, rolling away barriers and bringing new life where we least expect it.

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00:00 Intro
00:45 Opening Prayer
01:30 First Reading: Psalm 118 verse 17 and 21-24
02:29 Second Reading
04:07 Sermon: The Stones We Cannot Roll Away
15:34 Pastoral Prayer
20:09 Outro

Pastor Kevin Rutledge