Easter Sunday
Celebrate the risen Savior with us!
Easter Sunday Services at 7:30, 8:45, 10:00 & 11:15am
Worship Guide
Message & Sermon Notes
The Miracle of Easter
1 Peter 1:3-5
Pastor Jason Carlson
1 Peter 1:3-5
In the story of Easter we find:
1. A miraculous message
“To cherish a desire with anticipation: to want something to happen or be true.” (Merriam-Webster)
“Peace and hope for all humankind, that is what we really want.” Commander Reid Wiseman
Ecclesiastes 2:4-11
2 Corinthians 5:17
Romans 3:10b-11, 18, 23
Romans 6:23a
Romans 3:23
Ephesians 2:4-7
GRACE = God’s Riches At Christ’s Expense
Jesus paid the penalty we deserve, so we could know the hope we don’t deserve.
2. A miraculous event
T.E.S.T. the resurrection
- Tomb was empty
- Eye-witnesses
- Spread
- Transformed lives
3. A miraculous promise
John 11:25-26
Psalm 16:9-11
Revelation 21:3-7
Romans 10:9-11
Sermon Discussion Questions
Questions for reflection:
1. What does “hope” mean to you? Where do you look to find hope?
2. If the story of Easter is true, how might that impact your outlook on life?
Questions for discussion:
1. What kinds of things do people place their hope in? What is unique about the hope Jesus offers?
2. Do you believe Jesus rose from the dead? Why or why not?
3. What excites you about the Bible’s promise of a heavenly inheritance for followers of Jesus?
Sundays at Lakes Free
Welcome Visitors!
If you are visiting for the first time today, stop by the Next Steps counter to pick up a welcome gift from Lakes Free!
Worship Services: 9:00 & 10:40 am. (Livestream at 10:40am)
Sunday School & Adult Bible Fellowships (ABFs):
Nursery & Preschool Sunday School: 9:00 & 10:40am
Elementary Sunday School: 9:00am
Middle & High School Sunday School: 9:00am
Adult Bible Fellowships: 9:00 & 10:40am (More info here)
Lakes Cafe Open Sunday Mornings: Purchase a cup of coffee for $2 and 100% will be donated to support Lakes Free missionaries. Each month will feature a current Lakes Free Mission partner.
What is the Next Steps Area? You may be wondering what, exactly, is the corner with Next Steps written on the wall? It’s your 1-stop information place for any “next steps” you have such as resources, registrations, questions or ways to get connected at Lakes Free.
Children’s Activity Packs: Activity packs for kids attending worship services are available at the main Worship Center door.
Announcements
Church Office Closed: The office will be closed Monday, April 6.
New Member Candidates: The Elder Board has interviewed and is recommending the following for membership at our Congregational Meeting on April 19: Rick Bahnemann, Andrew & Nicole Barrett, Christian & Victoria Daniels, Pat & Sharlene Daninger, Terra Dumond, Jenny Faffler, Howard & Karen Immell, Paul Jackson, Emily Johnson, Joel & Katie Mickelson, Steven & Joslin Picking, Tom & Cassie Rooney, Barb Runde, Dani & Jesse Trowbridge.
GriefShare Support Group: Mondays, 7:00pm. Begins April 13. If you’re grieving the loss of a loved one and feeling overwhelmed or alone, GriefShare offers weekly support to help you navigate your grief and begin rebuilding your life. Register here.
Lakes Free Church Merch: Have you checked it out yet? Our online merch store is open! Grab Lakes Free apparel and rep our church in a simple, fun way. Click here to shop now!
Summer Camp Scholarships: We are offering scholarships for our kids, Kdgn-12th grade, to attend Camp Shamineau and other Bible Camps this summer. One per child/per year. Contact the church office for details and to get a sponsorship code. Camp Shamineau is now accepting registrations and offers a discount if paid in full by April 1.
Sharing Shop Now Accepting Spring/Summer Clothing: We are now accepting new and gently used clothing of all ages and sizes for our Spring Clothing Event. Please leave donations by the Sharing Shop Door in the Fellowship Hall (down the stairs and to your right).
VBS Decorating Meeting: Sat, April 11 | 9:00am: If you’re interested in helping with VBS decorations, join us for a planning meeting to learn how you can get involved. For more details, contact Chloe Hildreth.
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