April 5, 2026: Pastor Steve Rains: There is a Light
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Pastor Steve Raines delivers a powerful Easter message titled 'There is a Light' at LifePoint Church in Valley Center, Kansas, using the biblical story of Lazarus' resurrection from John 11 as a central metaphor. He explores the theme that in Christ, believers are not in darkness, but in the light of life, emphasizing that Jesus is not only the healer but the Resurrector—bringing life even after death. Through vivid storytelling, personal anecdotes, and theological depth, Pastor Raines unpacks the emotional weight of grief, the reality of waiting, and the transformative power of faith. He highlights how Jesus' deliberate delay in coming to Lazarus was not indifference but a divine purpose: to demonstrate that resurrection is not just a future hope but a present reality for those who believe. The message culminates in a call to action—inviting listeners to step out of darkness into the abundant life offered through Christ, symbolized by the simple yet profound difference between 'grave' and 'grace'. The sermon blends personal reflection, cultural references, and practical ministry examples, including a partnership with a missionary in Peru to bring solar-powered lights to churches in the jungle, reinforcing the theme of tangible light in darkness.
Jesus is the resurrection and the life—His power extends beyond death into the present moment.
God's delays are not denials; they are opportunities for deeper faith and greater revelation.
The difference between 'grave' and 'grace' is one letter—but it changes everything.
Don't settle for darkness; step into the resurrection life Jesus offers today.
Jesus calls each person by name—'Lazarus, come out!'—and He is calling you out of hiding, fear, and sin.
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Welcome & Easter Greeting
Pastor Steve Raines warmly welcomes the congregation to LifePoint Church, celebrates Easter, and acknowledges the efforts of volunteers who prepared for the service. He humorously comments on the weather and the joy of gathering together.
The Theme: There Is a Light
Pastor Raines introduces the central theme of the sermon: 'There is a light.' He references Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.'s quote about light overcoming darkness and transitions into the biblical truth that Jesus is the light of the world, quoting John 8:12.
The Story of Lazarus: Darkness and Delay
“God's delays are not his denials.”
Martha’s Faith and Jesus’ Identity
“I am the resurrection and the life. Whoever believes in me, though he die, yet shall he live.”
Jesus Weeps and the Power of Presence
“Jesus weeps. The one who did miracles... the one who forgives sins... the one who calmed the natural elements... Christ. He weeps.”
“I am the resurrection and the life. Whoever believes in me, though he die, yet shall he live.”
“The grave isn't greater than my grace.”
“God's delays are not his denials.”
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Lazarus
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Pastor Steve Raines
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Martha
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Mary
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LifePoint Church
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Romans 6:23
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Romans 3:23
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John 8:12
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