Easter

Pastor Chuck Blair leads a heartfelt Easter celebration on New Church Live, exploring the profound spiritual significance of the resurrection story. He emphasizes that God is not afraid of the dark—He enters into human suffering, despair, and betrayal, as seen in Jesus washing the disciples' feet, facing trial before Pilate, and ultimately dying on the cross. The sermon centers on the core message: despite appearances, our lives are held in love, and love ultimately has the last word. Blair uses vivid metaphors—like seeds planted in darkness and dominoes falling—to illustrate how suffering leads to resurrection, not vengeance or blame. He highlights the emotional complexity of fear and joy coexisting, especially in the women’s encounter with the risen Christ, and calls listeners to live with 'stubborn insistence' in love, to let their light shine. The service blends theology, personal reflection, and communal celebration, culminating in a prayer affirming God’s enduring presence and the call to live as Christ’s friends in the world.