Believe

The 40-day season of Lenten “wilderness” is over and the 50-day season of Easter “wildness” has begun! The new life offered by Jesus was surprising, even to those who were his closest followers. He told them and showed them what he was all about many times, and yet they continued to be shocked by his grace-full presence and power. How can we embrace the joys and the challenges that come along with serving a Savior whose message of life, death and resurrection continues to surprise us today?

Pastor Beth kicks off the sermon series with John 20:19-31 where Jesus surprises the disciples by showing some skin and alleviating their fear. Verses 26 and 27 say, “Jesus entered and stood among them. He said, “Peace be with you.” Then he said to Thomas, “Put your finger here. Look at my hands. Put your hand into my side. No more disbelief. Believe.”