I Will Raise It Up (Easter)

Mark 11:1–11; John 2:19–21

We’re looking at two key moments in the Bible today: Jesus’ grand entrance into Jerusalem and his bold statement about rebuilding the temple in just three days. These scenes give us a deeper understanding of Jesus’ resurrection, the ultimate evidence of his divine power. Themes of the resurrection, such as the healing of past wrongs, the fresh start for nature, and the end of needing physical temples, show us that Jesus didn’t come to remove suffering, but to give it purpose and significance. The message ends by reminding us that as Christians, we should care about making a difference in our world and appreciate the miracles of the natural world and our own bodies – gifts affirmed by Jesus’ resurrection.