Fellow Methodists, without the resurrection of Jesus Christ, our faith would be in vain. But because He conquered death, we have hope that never fades, peace that surpasses understanding, and the eternal promise of life with Him. As Easter approaches, we are called to live in its light and remember the Greater Love that made it possible. As Jesus taught, “‘Greater love has no man than this, that a man lay down his life for his friends” (John 15: 13). Because of His infinite love and sacrifice, we will all rise again.
The message of Easter, the Resurrection of Jesus takes us beyond the cross to the joy and hope that comes from experiencing the risen Lord in our lives. It was the risen Christ who allowed His disciples to fully know that God exists, that there is a future for every human being and that our cry for unending life is indeed answered in Him. This is the true message of Easter brothers and sisters.
Jesus revealed himself to the disciples in tangible ways especially in anticipation of His suffering and death. In the enduring gift of His presence in the breaking of the bread – Holy Communion, we come to know in faith that our suffering and death can be united with Christ and have deeper meaning when offered to God.
Easter calls us to promote with renewed vigour the sanctity of human life with grateful and joyful hearts. Easter calls us to move beyond the tomb with the conviction to share the good news of the Resurrection with one another. Easter calls us to courageously follow Jesus Christ, the risen one, and to boldly proclaim that out of darkness and suffering comes new life. This Easter let us rise up to meet the world and our society with the witness of our faith. It is my hope that as children of God, we discover new ways to share this Easter faith, the Good news of Jesus’ resurrection.
Let us strengthen our families, share our testimonies, and embrace traditions that reflect the true meaning of Easter.
I wish you a blessed Easter. May all your gatherings be fruitful and God driven.
Methodist Church: Hillside Circuit 
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