Category: Easter
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Why Easter Is a Joy Worth Sharing
Christ is Risen! He is risen indeed! Easter is a joy to celebrate because the resurrection of Christ is central to our faith. Without the resurrection, we would be to be pitied, for our faith would be in vain (1 Cor. 15:14). But Christ has been raised! Jesus suffered on the cross for our sin,…
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Marty Machowski on The Light That Follows the Cross
The cross is not the end of the story. What began as the world’s darkest night gave way to its brightest day. In part two of the series Turning the World Right-Side Up, we focus on the resurrection and the disciples’ mission to spread the Gospel. Join David Wollen and special guest, author and pastor…
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When a Child Accepts Jesus
Your child has accepted Jesus—now what? This is an exciting moment! When a child—your own or your grandchild—professes faith in Jesus Christ, it is evidence of the Spirit’s gracious work. It’s more than a sweet childhood decision; it is the beginning of a lifelong journey of discipleship, rooted in God’s sovereign grace. Now begins the…
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Marty Machowski on Out of the Darkness and Into the Light
The cross is not the end of the story. What began as the world’s darkest night gave way to its brightest day. Truly, the resurrection of Jesus Christ turned the world upside down and right side up. Join David Wollen and special guest, author and pastor Marty Machowski, in a series called Turning the World…
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Resurrection Hope for the Next Generation
In a world filled with hardship and pain, the most precious gift we can give the children in our lives is the hope found in Jesus—the Gospel. But, how do we show them that light still conquers darkness? The answer lies in the resurrection of Jesus, proof that darkness never has the final word. We…
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Andrew Peterson On Easter, the Resurrection, and Christ-Haunted Places
Easter is coming. But unlike the Christmas season, Easter doesn’t have as many of the rich traditions that help us anticipate Christ’s death and resurrection. On today’s episode, Andrew Peterson helps us bridge the gap between what we read in the gospel and how these events have direct implications for how we live every single…
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Marty Machowski on How to Share Christ with Kids this Easter
There are many Advent devotionals and activities for children to prepare their hearts for Christmas, but Easter is not often given the same level of care and attention — despite it being a foundational holiday for Christians. This is one reason Marty Machowski is rethinking the way families celebrate Easter with his new upside-down family…
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Responding to Easter: “Is He Worthy?”
Is anyone worthy? Is anyone whole? Is anyone able to break the seal and open the scroll? The Lion of Judah who conquered the grave He was David’s root and the Lamb who died to ransom the slave –Andrew Peterson, “Is He Worthy?” These lyrics are drawn from a passage in Revelation 5 when the…
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Darrell Johnson On Living with Resurrection Power
The power of the resurrection is now in the lives of those who believe in Jesus. But what does that really mean? This sermon by Darrell Johnson was featured on Haven Today on the Monday and Tuesday following Easter 2020. It’s now posted here in its entirety. Click here to listen to Haven’s full series…
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An Ancient Easter Song
Our Lord God loves to take impossible situations and show that all things are possible with Him. The ancient Israelites watched as He delivered them from Egypt while crushing their enemies under the sea. The Hebrews had no weapons or army, but they trusted in the call of the Lord to come out of Egypt…