Jesus's resurrection shows he is the way through—he walked through suffering, endured the silence of the grave, and emerged victorious to call each person by name into new life. Just like seeds that must die before they can bloom, Jesus' death was necessary to give way to transformation for all who trust in him. His suffering paid our debt in full, completely and finally—there's nothing left to add, no shame left to carry. Even when life feels silent and God seems distant, he is still at work, preparing hearts for what's to come. Jesus is calling you, not generically, but personally—he knows your name, your pain, your situation—and invites you to newness, not just a better version of the old but a brand new life that begins in faith and trust in him. Friday's suffering paid your debt, Saturday's silence readied tour heart, and Sunday's resurrection calls your name.

Scripture References: John 19:17-42, John 20:1-18

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From Series: "This is the Way"

What path are you on in life? We have a lot of options, but only one leads to life. We’re looking at Jesus who said he himself is the way. We’ll see the way to begin, the way to wholeness, the way through, and the way to follow.

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