Buckets of Easter: with Rob Bell at Mars Hill Bible Church Easter 2007

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So there’s this thing about resurrection—it’s not just a story about something that happened back then. It’s about now. It’s about you. It’s about Jesus moving into the darkest, heaviest parts of your life—the shame, the wounds, the fear—and saying, I’m not done here. Jesus is trustworthy. He’s risen, just like He said, and when we encounter that truth, it doesn’t just stay with us—it overflows. So we’re doing something here—buckets of Easter. Real, tangible ways to practice resurrection by giving to those who need it most: kids in shelters, families in poverty, people in Burundi struggling to survive. Because resurrection? It’s not just words—it’s action. It’s transformation.
And here’s the thing—resurrection isn’t just for those who have it all together. Some believed. Some doubted. Jesus still sent all of them. Some of you might be doubting right now, carrying heavy things—grief, addiction, shame. But the beauty is, you’re not alone. The community carries you when you can’t carry yourself. You’re invited into a bigger story—not to prove the resurrection but to live it. To leave behind the pain, the lies, the brokenness and step into the light. So today, as we bring our offerings, as we pound the drums of resurrection, remember: the tomb is empty. Jesus can be trusted. And we’re here to live like that changes everything.

Scriptures referenced for further study:
Matthew 28:1-20 – The resurrection of Jesus, emphasizing trust, transformation, and the call to share the good news.
Psalm 86 – "Give me an undivided heart," reflecting personal healing and unity in Christ.
John 8:32 – "The truth will set you free," emphasizing liberation from shame and bondage.

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