Preparing for Easter...

This week has already been a sacred journey for many of us as a church family.

Last night, during our Maundy Thursday service, we gathered in a simple but meaningful way to worship, to sit under the Scriptures, and to remember. There was a stillness in the room as we reflected on Jesus’ final moments with His disciples. It felt like stepping into the story…like sitting at the table…like hearing His words again with fresh ears.

Then today, many of you came through the open auditorium to walk through the stations of reflection. I had the privilege of taking a few of our kids through the space, and I’ll be honest, it was one of the most powerful parts of my day. We read the verses together, paused to reflect, and tried to grasp, even in small ways, the weight of what Jesus has done.

There was something especially meaningful about the moment we nailed our sins to the cross. Watching those young hands participate in something so profound was a reminder that the gospel is both deeply personal and beautifully simple.

Jesus took it all. Not part of it. Not most of it. All of it.

And then we came to the table…to receive communion…to remember His body broken and His blood poured out for us.

Good Friday invites us to sit in this reality.

But it is not the end of the story.

As we continue moving toward Sunday, I want to encourage you to prepare your heart, not just for another service, but for a celebration that changes everything. We will study from 1 Corinthians 15:1–10 and be reminded again that the resurrection of Jesus doesn’t just defeat death, it redeems our shame. The very places we would rather hide, cover, or forget are the places His grace meets us most powerfully.

Because the empty tomb doesn’t just declare that Jesus is alive, it declares that our past does not have the final word.

So take some time between now and Sunday.

Sit with the weight of the cross. Reflect honestly. Come expectant. And then let’s gather to celebrate our risen Savior together.

I can’t wait to worship with you this Sunday. We will have four services at 8, 9, 10 & 11 am, or you can watch the Livestream on YouTube (Like and Subscribe) or on our New Life website at 9:00 am. Also, we would LOVE for you to follow us on Facebook, YouTube, and Instagram. 

Come early for some coffee and to meet a few friends,

Troy