Description

The resurrection of Jesus is the turning point of history and the foundation of our faith. In this episode, Pastor Chris Teien walks us through the incredible invitation found in Matthew 28: Come and see the empty tomb, and then go and tell the world that Jesus lives. Discover how the resurrection changes everything—our hope, our mission, and our relationship with God.

Link: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2285086/episodes/16335655

Key Points:

1. Come – Jesus invites us to come to Him for forgiveness, hope, and a transformed life (Matthew 11:28–30; John 6:44).
2. See – Witness and believe the truth of the empty tomb, the resurrection power, and the life-changing hope of the gospel (John 20:4–9; 1 Corinthians 15:17).
3. Go – Share the good news of Jesus’ resurrection boldly with others in everyday life (Matthew 28:18–20; Acts 1:8).
4. Tell – Proclaim the message of Christ's victory over sin and death so others can find salvation and purpose (Romans 10:9–13; Colossians 4:2–6).

Personal Stories from Pastor Chris:
 Pastor Chris humorously shares about family Easter traditions, the origins of Easter culture, and a story about someone handing a police officer a "Get Out of Jail Free" card, connecting it to the reality that only Christ offers true forgiveness. He also shares personal reflections on cultural challenges when sharing the resurrection message with grace and truth.

Notable Quotes:

• “The resurrection gives authority and power to the church to share what we believe.”
• “We are not called to kill the Easter Bunny—we are called to point people to the Risen Christ.”
• “Come to Jesus, see His power, go into the world, and tell about the hope you have found.”

Actionable Takeaways:

1. Heart-level reflection: Reflect on what it means personally that Jesus rose from the dead for you.
2. Daily-life application: Look for one natural opportunity this week to share your faith story.
3. Spiritual step or challenge: Pray for boldness to ‘go and tell’ with love and truth.
4. Practical next step: Invite someone to church or to explore the Bible with you.

Scripture References:a

• Matthew 28:1–10 – The resurrection and the angel's invitation to come, see, and tell
• John 20:4–9 – Seeing and believing the empty tomb
• Romans 10:9–13 – The promise of salvation by faith
• Acts 1:8 – Receiving power to be Christ’s witnesses
• Colossians 4:2–6 – Living wisely and proclaiming the message clearly
• 1 Corinthians 15:17 – The resurrection’s essential role in our faith

Keywords:
 Resurrection, Easter message, Christian hope, Great Commission, gospel invitation, Jesus Christ, empty tomb, personal testimony, Christian faith, evangelism

Closing Statement:
 The resurrection of Jesus invites us to come and find life, to see the evidence of His victory, and to go tell others about the hope that changes everything. Will you accept His invitation and live it out?

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The WELL Faith Podcast shares practical, Bible-based messages from Pastor Chris Teien to help you worship, encourage, learn, and love in everyday life. A new message is released every Sunday. Episodes marked with an asterisk (*) are replay episodes from previous years. Find resources at ChrisTeien.com and Rockwell.Church in Virginia, MN, and follow and review the podcast on your favorite listening platform.