Easter Sunday (John 16:16-24)

Preacher: Pastor Anson McMahon

On this Easter Sunday, Pastor Anson passionately proclaims the reality of the risen King, Jesus Christ (John 16). He contrasts the world's broken promises with the ultimate promise kept through the resurrection, which should fill believers with an unshakeable joy, regardless of life's difficulties. He also offers compelling reasons for thankfulness and extends an invitation to those who have yet to embrace the risen Savior.

Key Points:

• Easter celebrates the greatest promise kept: Jesus' resurrection (00:06:43).
• Jesus repeatedly promised his death and resurrection (John 16:16-22).
• The resurrection should result in an unremovable joy for believers (John 16:22).
• Complaining is often a sign of forgetting God's blessings (00:20:44).
• Remembering God's provision leads to true joy (00:21:35).
• Pastor Anson lists "10 signs you should stop whining" and be thankful (00:22:56).
• The resurrection proves Jesus is God and that His words are true (00:28:32).
• The existence and impact of Christianity are powerful evidence of the resurrection (00:33:02).
• The resurrection offers eternal life and the promise of Jesus' return.
• Easter is an invitation to know the risen Christ and experience true joy.

Reflect & Discuss: What promises of Jesus bring you the most joy? In what areas might you be focusing on what you lack instead of God's blessings? How does the reality of the resurrection impact your daily joy?

Scripture: John 16:16-22, John 3:16, John 11:25, Revelation 22:20, Isaiah 53, Proverbs 17:17, Romans 10:9.