You know, one of the things I’ve chosen over the years is not to attend church on Easter Sunday.
And I know that might sound a little unusual.
But for me, it’s because Easter can sometimes feel like an obligation; something people do simply because it’s Easter. And I’ve never wanted my relationship with God to be reduced to a single day or a seasonal act.
So instead, I’ve often chosen to spend that time quietly at home; reflecting, worshiping, and honoring the meaning of Easter in a more personal way.
Now don’t get me wrong, Easter absolutely matters.
But for me, Easter isn’t just a day.
It’s a reminder of something much deeper.
Because resurrection is not a one-time event.
It’s a pattern.
A Pattern of New Life
When we think about Easter, we think about the resurrection of Jesus as we rightly should. Through His resurrection, we were given the gift of renewed life.
But that renewal wasn’t meant to happen just once a year.
It shows up in our lives over and over again, day after day.
Resurrection looks like new life after hardship.
It looks like perspective after pain.
It looks like peace after surrender.
And sometimes, it doesn’t look the way we expected at all.
Moving Through, Not Around
From a daily perspective, resurrection often looks like moving through something not around it.
Not God removing the hardship entirely,
but walking us through it with a different perspective.
It’s being able to face something difficult and come out on the other side with more clarity, more peace, and a deeper understanding of who God is in your life.
I experienced that recently.
I made a financial decision that I knew better than to make. In a moment of pressure, I acted out of desperation instead of trust. And it cost me.
Afterward, I prayed hoping for a miraculous turnaround.
But instead, God allowed me to sit in it. And if you have ever had to sit in that pain and feeling of helplessness, you know it is not a good feeling.
But in that quiet, He made something clear to me:
Sometimes the best way forward… is to let something burn itself down and start again.
That wasn’t easy to hear. And it was not easy for me to accept but I knew there was not much else I could do in this situation except trust God.
And I knew He was right.
And even now, walking through it, I can already see what’s on the other side not just sound resolution, but much wanted peace.
Resurrection in Real Life
Resurrection doesn’t always look dramatic. It can indeed be very subtle.
Sometimes it looks like healing after brokenness. That is a form of resurrection we don’t always expect.
And brokenness comes in many forms; relationships, decisions, disappointments, loss. The healing process can be long, uncomfortable, and even painful. And sometimes we can’t even begin to see what it looks like not being broken.
But when healing begins, it does breathe new life into what once felt broken. And we begin to feel whole again, bit by bit.
That is resurrection.
Sometimes it looks like peace after surrender, finally releasing something you couldn’t control, even if you still don’t fully understand it.
You may still have questions.
You may not have all the answers.
But you have peace.
And that peace is a sign that something has been made new. That my friend is resurrection.
A Present Reality
In John 11:25, Jesus tells Martha, “I am the resurrection and the life.”
He didn’t say resurrection “was” something.
He said it “is” who He is.
That means resurrection isn’t just an event we remember, it’s a reality we live in when we walk with Him.
It’s the understanding that what feels finished to us…
is not finished to God.
He redeems.
He restores.
He renews.
Even when we think something is over.
One favorite saying is “it is what it is”. That’s our mindset but to God, it is what it is when he says it is.
Newness of Life
Romans 6:4 reminds us that through Christ, we are raised to walk in newness of life.
That transformation isn’t just spiritual; it’s lived out in our everyday experiences. It’s the ongoing work of becoming, growing, and being reshaped.
It’s the quiet, daily evidence that God is still moving.
And that resurrection is still happening. Every single day!
Holding On to This Truth
There will be moments when it feels like all is lost.
Moments when decisions don’t go the way you hoped.
Moments when situations feel final.
But what feels finished to you…
may just be the beginning of what God is about to redeem on your behalf.
That is the beauty of the Father we serve.
He takes what we think is over
and brings life back into it in ways we could never imagine.
In hope there is never a final decision and in faith God is continually resurrecting.
🙏 Prayer
Lord, thank You for the gift of Your Son and for the example of resurrection through His sacrifice. We are grateful for the promise of new life and the hope that comes through Him.
Help us to recognize the ways resurrection shows up in our own lives. In the middle of difficult moments, remind us that You are present; guiding, restoring, and renewing us.
Even when we cannot immediately see the good, help us to trust that You are working on our behalf behind the scenes. Let us experience the peace that comes with surrender and the newness of life that only You can bring. Amen.
Love this song and video that goes with it, brings me to tears every time. Keep Me In The Moment by Jeremy Camp
Scripture Writing Section
Write prayerfully:
- John 11:25
- Romans 6:4
After Writing Reflection:
Where might Gob be bringing new life in unexpected ways?
Reflection Prompts
- What feels “finished” that God may not be done with?
- Where have I seen new life recently show up in my life?
- How is God inviting me to walk differently?