Easter Changes Everything

Rev. Dr. Raigan Miskelly, Senior Pastor, Galloway United Methodist Church

This Easter sermon centers on the resurrection of Jesus Christ as the defining moment in human history and the central tenet of Christian faith. Pastor Raigan Miskelly emphasizes that the resurrection is not merely a metaphor or symbol, but a literal miracle that transformed frightened disciples into bold world-changers. Using John 20:1-18, she illustrates how Mary Magdalene, Peter, and the beloved disciple all saw the empty tomb, but only one believed. The sermon challenges listeners to move beyond simply seeing to truly believing in the resurrection. 

 

Pastor Raigan addresses three key truths that flow from the resurrection: your life is not futile, your failures are not fatal, and your death is not final. Through the resurrection, Jesus calls us by name (as he did Mary), refers to his followers as brothers despite their failures, and promises eternal life. The sermon concludes with the powerful declaration that 'Easter changes everything' and invites people to not just observe but to believe in the risen Christ, allowing this truth to transform their lives completely.