When life knocks you down how do you get back up again? In this Easter message, we walk through the resurrection story in Matthew 28 and discover that getting back up doesn't start with strength or willpower. It starts with surrender. The women at the tomb were afraid yet filled with joy. The disciples worshiped yet still had doubts. And Jesus didn't push any of them away. He walked toward them and gave them purpose. Real faith isn't the absence of fear; it's the presence of Jesus in the middle of it. Whether you're carrying grief, wrestling with doubt, or unsure of your next step, this message is an invitation to start at the feet of Jesus and trust that He is with you always.

0:00 When life doesn't go according to plan
4:52 The Easter story
6:58 The women walk toward the tomb
9:15 Keep walking toward Jesus in your grief
11:21 Afraid yet filled with joy
13:55 Jesus appears
16:47 Getting back up starts with getting down
18:26 Start your day at the feet of Jesus
20:19 Worship replaces fear and reveals purpose
21:44 The enemy's counter-plan
24:16 The disciples worship with doubts
26:44 Doubt is not the opposite of faith
28:12 The Great Commission
30:53 "I am with you always"
32:04 Prayer and ministry time

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