Why did the angel ask the women seeking Jesus, 'Why do you seek the living among the dead?'
The episode opens with a welcome and reading from Luke 24:1-7, describing women finding Jesus' tomb empty and angels declaring his resurrection. The speaker reflects on Mary Magdalene's devotion despite expecting a dead Jesus, having been freed from demonic oppression by him. He shifts to critique modern searches for life through self-focused pursuits like well-being, spirituality, or politics, labeling these as seeking the living among the dead. The speaker then addresses where to find Jesus, rejecting buildings and monuments based on a trip to Jerusalem, and instead asserting that Jesus dwells in believers as temples of the Holy Spirit. He explains the gospel: Jesus, as eternal God, chose incarnation, death on the cross for sins, and resurrection to defeat sin and death. Personal testimony is shared about spiritual renewal over 34 years of faith. The sermon emphasizes that no one is beyond forgiveness due to Jesus' sacrifice. It concludes with practical invitations: for believers to be baptized as initiation and for newcomers to call on Jesus for salvation, offering support through community and scripture. The episode ends with a song and church contact details.
