Do you believe this?

A couple buddies were having some drinks when they the conversation turned to what they hoped people would say to them at their funerals. First guy said he hoped people would remember him as a great humanitarian, someone who really tried to help people in life.

2nd guy said he wished people would remember how much he loved his wife and kids. That he was the guy willing to coach the kids soccer & baseball teams. That he was good friend.

3rd guy thinks for a moment then replies, "Ya know, I hope when everyone is around me at the end, one of you shouts, LOOK- HE'S MOVING!"

I guess we'd all like to go on forever, for the truth is we're just not sure what's on the other side! But what if you could know? Would that change your perspective on Life.... as well as Death?

It's been said Jesus never went to a funeral that he didn't turn into a celebration. When his friend Lazarus died, Jesus went to his grave. In a matter of moments he called his name, and Lazarus walked away a free man.

If true.... Lazarus gives us a picture of our future. One where death and the grave have no hold on us. Jesus said He was the Resurrection. He is our Life.. and when we choose to follow Jesus.... to put our trust in Him.... we will live forever with Him.

Do you believe this? Each of us must answer this question. Easter is the reminder that because Jesus is Risen... We will Rise as well!

Happy Easter Friend- Jesus is Risen!
Pastor Mike 

PS- Hope to See You this Sunday - Easter Sunday at either 9:30 or 11:00am. Jesus is Risen! He is Risen indeed!!

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